JFK assassination expert discusses Biden's suppression of documents; Former FBI agent talks about extremist inroads in law enforcement; Challenges in identifying and addressing extremism; Problem of rehiring fired officers; Infiltration of white extremists in police forces
The continued suppression of Kennedy assassination documents by Joe Biden raises questions about the CIA's involvement with Lee Harvey Oswald and the need to declassify the remaining secret documents for a better understanding of the event.
The presence of white extremists within local police forces, as evidenced by their involvement in the January 6th Capitol attack, highlights the challenge of identifying and removing problem officers with radicalization and anti-government ideology.
Deep dives
Growing Tension in US-EU-China Relations and Israeli Involvement in Sudan Coup
There is growing tension between the US, the European Union, and China over Taiwan, as well as questions about Israeli involvement in the Sudan coup.
Concerns About Extremism in Local Police Forces
There is a growing concern about white extremists in local police forces, with evidence of former officers being involved in the January 6th Capitol attack. Radicalization and anti-government ideology have taken root in law enforcement, making it difficult to identify and remove problem officers.
Ongoing Controversy and Unanswered Questions about JFK Assassination
The 58th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy's assassination raises questions about the Warren Commission's findings and the extent of CIA involvement with Lee Harvey Oswald. Declassifying the remaining secret documents related to the assassination is seen as crucial to clarifying the enduring mysteries and wild conspiracy theories surrounding the event.
Efforts to Track Police Misconduct and Improve Accountability
A misconduct registry named the Lewis registry is being established to document officers who have been fired or resigned due to misconduct. The registry aims to prevent officers with a history of misconduct from being rehired in other departments. Public support and law enforcement executives' endorsement indicate a growing recognition of the need for accountability and addressing systemic issues within policing.
JFK assassination expert Jefferson Morley discusses Joe Biden’s continued suppression of Kennedy assassination documents with Jeff Stein, and Jeanne Meserve talks with former FBI agent and homeland security official Erroll Southers about extremist inroads in police forces.