DeProgram with John Kiriakou and Ted Rall Greenland Is Next | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
Jan 7, 2026
The discussion kicks off with the intricacies of a 1951 treaty allowing US military expansion in Greenland. The hosts delve into the implications of logistical tensions with Venezuela, highlighting Trump's claims about oil shipments and Russia's military maneuvers. Aldrich Ames' infamous betrayal and lifestyle reveal dark secrets of espionage. They also tackle the repercussions of US foreign policies on Venezuela and South Africa, and the peculiarities of international relations. The conversation wraps with reflections on legal frameworks and counterintelligence dynamics.
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Greenland Treaty Grants Broad U.S. Authority
- A 1951 U.S.-Denmark agreement gives the U.S. sweeping base authorities across Greenland.
- That treaty effectively allows extensive American military presence and control over Greenlandic operations.
EU Unity Shows Limits Of U.S. Coercion
- Denmark and the entire European Union publicly opposed U.S. threats over Greenland, signaling broad allied resistance.
- John Kiriakou warns such U.S. moves would seriously damage NATO trust and provoke European pushback.
Ames: Lavish Living Exposed A Traitor
- Aldrich Ames betrayed dozens of CIA operations and caused many deaths while living lavishly on bribe money.
- His capture stemmed from conspicuous spending and poor tradecraft, illustrating basic counterintelligence failures.
