Judging Freedom INTEL Roundtable w/ Johnson & McGovern - Weekly Wrap
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Feb 7, 2025 
Larry Johnson, a keen intelligence analyst, and Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst known for his critical insights, dive deep into the geopolitical landscape surrounding Ukraine's ceasefire. They discuss the shifting dynamics as the U.S. hands over defense command to the U.K. The conversation also critiques military aid inefficiencies and CIA internal politics. Tensions in U.S.-Russia relations are examined through Trump's views, while innovative strategies for conflict resolution are proposed, emphasizing diplomacy over direct military action.
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Ukraine Ceasefire Proposal Unlikely
- General Kellogg's ceasefire proposal for Ukraine involving elections and a DMZ is unrealistic.
- Russia won't accept it, and the US is already shifting responsibility for Ukraine aid to the UK.
Trump's Lack of Leverage
- Trump lacks leverage with Russia in negotiations.
- He mistakenly views the situation as a real estate deal, underestimating Russia's economic strength.
CIA Leaks
- Old guard CIA members are leaking information to discredit new CIA director Ratcliffe.
- They use agents of influence like David Sanger from The New York Times.