The Bulwark Podcast Bill Kristol: The Preposterous and Ridiculous Lies About the FBI
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Jan 6, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Bill Kristol, a prominent conservative commentator and columnist, shares his insights on the absurd conspiracy theories surrounding the January 6th insurrection. He critiques the notion that the FBI could foresee Trump’s electoral loss and orchestrate the Capitol attack. Kristol also reflects on the changing narratives within the GOP about honoring Capitol police versus embrace of conspiracy theories. Additionally, he analyzes the shifting landscape of journalism, particularly the impact of Trump's presidency on major publications like The Washington Post.
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Insurrection Anniversary
- Four years after the January 6th insurrection, its leader, Donald Trump, is about to be inaugurated as president.
- His administration will be full of those who excuse or defend the insurrection.
Shifting Narratives
- Trump's initial instinct to defend January 6th was self-preservation, Bannon saw the potential death of the movement.
- The initial conservative reaction was harsh, with some, like Eric Erickson, calling to "shoot the protestors."
Erickson's Initial Reaction
- Eric Erickson's post on January 6th, 2021, called for shooting protestors and barring Trump from running for office again.
- Now, Trump plans to pardon over 1,000 people tied to January 6th, a stark shift in the narrative.