Bulwark Takes Mike Flynn Devoured by the MAGA Conspiracies He Created
May 1, 2025
Will Sommer, author of the False Flag newsletter, dives deep into the twisty tale of Michael Flynn, the former national security advisor turned conspiracy figure. Sommer reveals how Flynn became ensnared in the very MAGA conspiracies he once championed. The discussion touches on Flynn’s unsettling transformation post-indictment, his controversial ties to the January 6th insurrection, and the ironic backlash he now faces from the QAnon crowd. It’s a riveting exploration of conspiratorial dynamics and self-inflicted chaos.
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Flynn's Rise to Conspiracy Hero
- Michael Flynn transformed from a military leader to a conspiracy theory hero after his Mueller indictment.
- This indictment made him a martyr figure among Trump grassroots and conspiracy theorists.
Flynn's Role in QAnon
- Flynn became central to QAnon as believers sought someone fitting their mold.
- He actively promoted conspiracies, even advocating a Myanmar-style coup against liberals.
Flynn Accused in Jan 6 Plot
- A conspiracy theory accuses Flynn and his brother of orchestrating January 6th to entrap Trump supporters.
- They face contradictory narratives as followers both praise and blame Flynn for the event.