Letters from an American September 12, 2025
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Sep 13, 2025 The podcast digs into the chaotic aftermath of a shooting linked to a right-wing activist, highlighting the political blame game that ensued. It also discusses the confusion over a shooter's identity and a concerning drone attack by Russia on Poland, emphasizing NATO's alliances. Additionally, the dialogue critiques U.S. military strategies during the Trump era in the face of rising geopolitical tensions. Finally, it contrasts declining crime rates in Memphis with concerns over military policing, while addressing Brazil's Supreme Court decision against Bolsonaro.
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Immediate Blame After Kirk’s Murder
- Charlie Kirk was murdered at an outdoor event and immediate accusations flew that the left was responsible.
- Heather Cox Richardson recounts how social media and political figures quickly blamed political opponents before facts emerged.
FBI Politicization Hurt Investigations
- The FBI's leadership under Cash Patel and Dan Bongino prioritized loyalty and public posts over operational capacity.
- Richardson links politicized purges and leadership inexperience to potential lapses in investigation performance.
The Shooter’s Identity And False Rumors
- The suspect, Tyler Robinson, turned himself in after his father urged him and was not tied to a political party.
- Initial rumors about ideological engravings and transgender references on ammunition proved to be misunderstandings tied to a video game and a Turkish manufacturer mark.