Judging Freedom COL. Lawrence Wilkerson : Does Trump Know What He’s Doing?
Nov 20, 2025
COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired U.S. Army colonel and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, dives deep into U.S. foreign policy and intelligence. He discusses the implications of Epstein-related disclosures on political figures, the controversial sourcing of intelligence bypassing formal agencies, and critiques the justifications for military actions. Wilkerson also covers potential Venezuelan involvement and the delicate balance of international relations with Russia and Europe, emphasizing the importance of accountability and ethical considerations in U.S. actions.
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Sanitization Likely In High-Profile Exposés
- The Epstein files and related scandals are dangerous for Trump but likely to be sanitized before public release.
- Colonel Wilkerson believes compromises were made to protect many Republicans while targeting Trump specifically.
Activists Confront ICE In Public Protests
- Ray McGovern marched up to ICE with a sign reading 'beings are not illegal' and confronted agents directly.
- Wilkerson recounts citizens escorting children and activists facing ICE during raids in cities like Chicago and Raleigh.
Informal Channels Shape Venezuela Policy
- Wilkerson says a patchwork of players, including Laura Loomer, feed Trump intelligence on Venezuela instead of formal agencies.
- He warns that opposition factions profit from misleading the president and oppose Trump's direct involvement in Venezuela.
