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The Indian Assassination Plot (with John Carlin)
Dec 4, 2023
John Carlin, top DOJ official in both the Obama and Trump administrations, joins Preet to discuss a recent assassination plot on US soil involving an Indian national and the implications for US-India relations. They also explore the strength of the case, potential trial challenges, ongoing investigations, and the possibility of armed conflict between countries.
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- The assassination plots involving an Indian national and a Sikh leader in Canada have the potential to strain the relationship between India and the West, highlighting the need for deterrence and stronger collaborations between countries.
- The indictment against Nikhil Gupta provides compelling evidence of his involvement in the murder-for-hire scheme, showcasing his desire to personally carry out the killing and emphasizing the gravity of the plot.
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The Foiled Plot and its Implications
Last week, federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York announced charges against an Indian national, Nikhil Gupta, for directing a plot to assassinate a US citizen of Indian origin. The plot was linked to another assassination in Canada of a Sikh leader who supported Sikh separatism. These plots have the potential to strain the relationship between India and the West, as they involve attempts to commit assassinations on US soil. The audacity and risks associated with these plots are remarkable, highlighting the need for deterrence and stronger collaborations between countries.
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