System Update with Glenn Greenwald

Deceitful Hysteria over Tucker's Speech on Kirk; IDF Funder Larry Ellison to Take Over CBS, Paramount, and now TikTok; U.S. Embraces Leading Al-Qaeda Terrorist

Sep 23, 2025
Independent journalist Jack Paulson, founder of Tech Inquiry, dives into explosive leaks about Israeli efforts to undermine critics in the U.S. He details the authenticity of Benny Gantz emails and reveals the Ellison family's role in funding pro-Israel cyber campaigns targeting college campuses. The discussion takes a surprising turn as U.S. involvement with a former al-Qaeda leader is critiqued, highlighting shifting narratives in the War on Terror. Tune in for a critical analysis of these complex issues!
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Speech Framed As Religious Martyrdom

  • Tucker Carlson's memorial speech focused on Charlie Kirk's Christianity rather than Jews or Israel.
  • Glenn Greenwald argues critics distorted Tucker's remarks to label him anti-Semitic for political reasons.
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Controversy Over Jesus Analogy

  • Greenwald explains Tucker's Jesus story was used to argue Charlie was martyred for his Christian faith.
  • He contends critics weaponized one passage to mount a coordinated campaign against Tucker.
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Political Motive Behind Smears

  • Greenwald links attacks on Tucker to their opposition to his criticism of U.S. funding for Israel.
  • He says destroying Tucker is crucial to pro-Israel forces worried about declining support.
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