Americano How deep does the Russia, Russia, Russia scandal go?
Aug 5, 2025
Freddy Gray sits down with Ben Domenech, US editor at large, to delve into the renewed intrigue surrounding Russiagate. They analyze fresh allegations and the significance of a new grand jury investigation. Domenech highlights the implications for Trump's legacy and the interconnected dynamics of lawfare and political accountability. The conversation also navigates the complexities of loyalty within the Trump administration and the influence of Hillary Clinton's email controversies on current political narratives.
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Russiagate Resurgence Explained
- Russiagate investigations are resurging due to evidence from Trump administration officials like Tulsi Gabbard.
- This reflects ongoing efforts to hold 2016 intelligence community members accountable for their actions.
Trump's Loyalty and Distrust in Intel
- Trump's loyalty to his administration seems stronger in his second term, unlike his first term.
- His distrust of intelligence agencies influences his decisions and attitude toward officials.
Russiagate's Complex Intelligence Role
- The complexities of Russiagate involve intelligence agencies using foreign intel and spying on each other.
- John Brennan influenced the intelligence community report to fit his beliefs, distorting facts about Russia's intentions.