System Update with Glenn Greenwald

The Truth & Lies About the Atlantic's Signal Controversy; EU Already Failing to Back Up its Militaristic Rhetoric; Appeals Court Rules Against Trump DOJ in El Salvador Case

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Mar 27, 2025
The podcast dives into the Trump administration's challenges surrounding anti-Trump journalist Jeffrey Goldberg's inclusion in a controversial chat. It critiques European leaders' military ambitions that rely heavily on U.S. support, exposing a disconnect between rhetoric and reality. A recent Appeals Court ruling against Trump's deportation policy emphasizes the need for due process. It also brings attention to the complexities of military operations and their impact on civilian lives, all while advocating for transparency in journalism and justice.
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Signal Chat Scandal

  • Mike Waltz added Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal chat about war plans in Yemen.
  • The Trump administration denied the chat's sensitivity, despite Goldberg's anti-Trump stance.
INSIGHT

Denial of Sensitivity

  • The Trump administration's denial of the chat's sensitivity is illogical.
  • Sharing detailed war plans before an operation is classified information.
ANECDOTE

Waltz's Explanation

  • Mike Waltz struggled to explain how Goldberg's contact was on his phone.
  • He claimed the number was "sucked in," despite Goldberg being a known anti-Trump journalist.
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