The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series While I Was Gone, Part 4: US Security || Peter Zeihan
Sep 15, 2025
Delve into alarming developments affecting US security against a backdrop of global turmoil. Personal reflections reveal insights into incidents involving a former national security advisor. A critical look at the Trump administration’s handling of classified materials raises concerns about the FBI's politicization. The risks of military involvement in domestic issues are highlighted, urging Congressional action to maintain stability in the U.S. A compelling analysis of the intersection between personal and geopolitical narratives.
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Bolton Raid And Hypocrisy
- John Bolton was raided by the FBI and accused of mishandling classified materials after leaving the Trump administration.
- Zeihan highlights the hypocrisy given the administration's broad leaks and security lapses under Trump.
Unprecedented Information Insecurity
- The Trump administration displayed unprecedented information insecurity across agencies and platforms.
- Zeihan argues this makes accusing Bolton of mishandling documents especially ironic.
Specific Security Failures Cited
- Zeihan lists specific failures: use of Signal, leaked Alaska summit documents, and the DNI outing covert agents on Twitter.
- These examples illustrate systemic operational security breakdowns under the administration.