The Victor Davis Hanson Show
Dangers of the Deep State From the Inside Looking Out
Jan 20, 2024
Victor Davis Hanson interviews Kash Patel, expert on Iran, Biden's policy of appeasement, and Israel. They discuss the designation of Iran as a terrorist organization, the deep state's overreach in the military, scandals and controversies surrounding the Russian collusion investigation, the strengths of the Trump campaign, and efforts to refute rumors of Trump's collusion with Russia.
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- The Biden administration's weak and ineffective approach towards Iran lacks the necessary punitive measures to curb their aggressive actions, posing a threat to American and Israeli security.
- The focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the US military under the Biden administration has resulted in a decline in recruitment and morale, overshadowing the importance of military preparedness and addressing threats from adversaries like China and Russia.
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Biden Administration's Weak Response to Iran's Activities
The podcast episode explores the Biden administration's recent designation of Iran as a terrorist organization. It is highlighted that this designation is weak and ineffective, lacking the punitive measures needed to curb Iran's aggressive actions. The speaker, Cash Patel, explains that the previous Trump administration had taken a stronger stance against Iran, imposing economic and diplomatic sanctions that hindered Iran's proxy forces, such as the Houthis. The current administration's approach, on the other hand, is criticized for its lack of effectiveness and its failure to address the threats posed by Iran, which includes attacks on American ships and the recent killing of US Navy operators.
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