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Best of the Program | Guests: Tarik Johnson & Sen. Ron Johnson | 8/14/23

Aug 14, 2023
Former U.S. Capitol Police Lieutenant Tarik Johnson reveals bombshell reporting from January 6th and investigates the strange story of Yogananda Pittman. Senator Ron Johnson discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and the appointment of David Weiss as special counsel for Hunter Biden's investigation, highlighting allegations of a miscarriage of justice. They also discuss the lack of accountability in the Justice Department and troubling circumstances surrounding the Capitol Police's intelligence unit.
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Quick takeaways

  • Yogananda Pittman, the former Chief of Intelligence for the Capitol Police, may have withheld crucial intelligence about a planned attack on the Capitol, potentially motivated by personal gain or to remove Chief Steven Sund from his position.
  • The lack of whistleblower protection within the Capitol Police hampers the ability to uncover the truth about the events of January 6th, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive investigation and trustworthy individuals in Washington to come forward and protect them.

Deep dives

Failure of Intelligence and Cover-Up: The Role of Yogananda Pittman

The podcast episode discusses the role of Yogananda Pittman, the former Chief of Intelligence for the Capitol Police, in the events leading up to and on January 6th. It is revealed that Pittman had access to crucial intelligence about a planned attack on the Capitol, but failed to share this information with key personnel, including Chief Steven Sund. The episode suggests that Pittman's actions or inaction may have been motivated by a desire to remove Chief Sund from his position, potentially positioning herself to become the new Chief. The need for a thorough investigation into Pittman's actions and the lack of whistleblower protection within the Capitol Police is emphasized.

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