Judging Freedom [MUST WATCH] - Phil Giraldi: Israel Attacks Free Speech in the US.
Mar 27, 2025
Phil Giraldi, an expert on national security and foreign policy, dives deep into the pressures surrounding free speech in the U.S., particularly related to Israel's influence. He discusses how this climate fosters fear and censorship, affecting media and political discourse. The conversation also touches on the fallout from leaked military communications and the ethical dilemmas faced by the U.S. in military interventions. Giraldi critically analyzes how the intertwining of personal motivations and lobbying efforts complicates both freedom of expression and national security.
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Classified Information and Signal Vulnerability
- Leaked information about an attack is classified because it creates vulnerabilities.
- The Signal app is vulnerable; adversaries likely intercepted the communication.
Secretary of Defense's Denial
- Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin denied texting war plans on Signal.
- The statement was later proven false by a reporter who published the transcripts.
Tulsi Gabbard's Backpedaling
- Tulsi Gabbard claimed she didn't recall details of a Signal chat about war plans.
- Her previous testimony denied any awareness of weapons packages, targets, and timing.