PBD Podcast FBI Whistleblowers Tell All! | Ep. 276 | Part 1
Jun 2, 2023
In this eye-opening discussion, Steve Friend and Garrett O’Boyle, both former FBI agents and whistleblowers, share their harrowing journeys advocating for integrity within the agency. They reveal the challenges of confronting political bias in the FBI and the disconnect between management and field agents. The conversation delves into the agency's approach to domestic terrorism, including controversial tactics involving informants during events like January 6th. Their stories raise important questions about public trust and accountability in government.
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Garrett Boyle's Breaking Point
- Garrett Boyle became concerned about the FBI's disregard for doing what's right, despite their stated values.
- After numerous internal complaints were ignored, he decided to report his concerns to Congress.
Steve Friend's Journey to Whistleblowing
- Steve Friend was initially hesitant to become a whistleblower, focusing on his individual responsibilities.
- He changed his mind when he realized the FBI was departing from its rules and potentially endangering public safety.
FBI's Statistical Manipulation
- The FBI's emphasis on individual case handling for January 6th participants inflated the apparent scale of domestic terrorism.
- This manipulation of statistics serves to justify increased funding and executive compensation.