The Jimmy Dore Show

Trump’s SHOCKING Turn Against Netanyahu! Is It Real? w/ Catherine Austin Fitts

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May 12, 2025
Catherine Austin Fitts, a former HUD Assistant Director and investment banker, dives into President Trump's surprising break with Netanyahu. She discusses the implications of Trump's shift from 'America First' to his critiques of Israeli influence. The conversation also touches on the risks of digital currencies and the complex interplay of organized crime with the economy. Fitts advocates for financial freedom against tightening controls and reflects on grassroots movements as a way to reclaim autonomy in the realm of finance.
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INSIGHT

Trump's Israel Communication Cut

  • Donald Trump has cut off direct communication with Benjamin Netanyahu over fears of manipulation.
  • Despite this, continued U.S. funding for Israel undermines the sincerity of this break.
ADVICE

Steps to Ensure Sovereign Policy

  • Presidents should register foreign lobbies and require disclosure of dual citizenship among government officials.
  • Stop funding the Gaza conflict to reduce Israel's leverage in U.S. policy.
INSIGHT

Constraints on Presidential Power

  • Trump is constrained by complex financial dependencies and cannot act completely freely.
  • The U.S. dollar system depends heavily on Israeli networks, limiting Trump's options.
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