The David Lin Report 'End Of Nato': Ex-CIA Officer Reveals WW3 Trigger, Next U.S. Target | Ray McGovern
Jan 13, 2026
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst with decades of experience, discusses the shifting landscape of U.S. foreign policy. He argues that the U.S. can no longer effectively confront Russia or China, advocating for a renewed focus on the Western Hemisphere. McGovern critiques Trump's reinterpretation of the Monroe Doctrine and warns of potential chaos in Venezuela post-Maduro. He also sheds light on the implications of U.S. military strategies, NATO dynamics, and escalating tensions surrounding Taiwan, providing a thought-provoking perspective on global security.
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Western Hemisphere As U.S. Pivot
- Ray McGovern argues Trump's national security strategy shifts focus to dominating the Western Hemisphere because the U.S. can no longer confidently beat Russia or China.
- He sees this as flexing where the U.S. still has advantage, not a sign of global victory.
Reinforce Congressional War Powers
- Congress must reassert its constitutional war and funding powers to restrain unilateral military actions.
- McGovern points to recent Senate moves as a hopeful check on presidential military escalation.
Covert Action Lacked Post‑Operation Planning
- McGovern says the Trump administration ran Venezuela operations without standard analytic input or a clear day-two plan.
- He warns covert actions often proceed without proper oversight and create major post-operation problems.
