The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series A Concerning Update to the Russian Reach Series || Peter Zeihan
May 2, 2025
Recent Russian efforts to invade American politics raise serious concerns. A focus on Signalgate reveals substantial vulnerabilities in national security communication. The podcast delves into how Russian propaganda is reshaping narratives in Canada, affecting U.S. political alliances like NATO. It also highlights the unsettling connections between political figures and media, discussing a controversial advisor’s influence on the press. The conversation underscores the alarming shift towards a manipulated media landscape.
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Deep Russian Infiltration of US
- Russian interests have deeply infiltrated the US government up to the White House level.
- Intelligence and counterintelligence efforts have weakened, aiding this penetration.
Signal Compromise in US Security
- The Signal chat platform used by US national security officials was likely hacked by Russia.
- This compromised operational communications during critical military planning.
Russian Propaganda in Trump Admin
- Trump administration includes figures spreading Russian propaganda inside government circles.
- Anti-Ukrainian narratives from Russia are promoted to weaken US support for Ukraine.