The Tucker Carlson Show Bernard Hudson: New Orleans Attack, Cybertruck Explosion, CIA Corruption, & Tulsi Gabbard
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Jan 3, 2025 
Bernard Hudson, a former CIA counterterrorism officer with 28 years of experience, shares gripping insights into the agency's inner workings and the complexities of U.S. foreign policy. He discusses the disastrous implications of the Iraq invasion and accountability within intelligence agencies. The conversation highlights the unique challenges facing Tulsi Gabbard's nomination for Director of National Intelligence, including fears of establishment pushback. Hudson also addresses accusations of potential surveillance on Congress and the need for greater transparency and trust in government actions.
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Three CIAs and 9/11
- Bernard Hudson describes three distinct CIAs he served in: Cold War, post-Cold War, and post-9/11.
- He recounts disobeying orders on 9/11 to join the Counterterrorism Center, highlighting the shift in the agency's mission.
Iraq Invasion's Impact
- The invasion of Iraq damaged the American intelligence community's credibility and US foreign policy credibility.
- This led to a questioning of American foreign policy influence, particularly by 2015-16 with China's rise and Russia's resurgence.
DNI's Role
- The Director of National Intelligence (DNI) was created after 9/11 to provide a single point of accountability for intelligence to the president.
- The DNI manages the President's Daily Brief, oversees collection across agencies, and handles intelligence budgets.