Chapo Trap House 991 - Occupation: Public Figure feat. Seth Harp (12/1/25)
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Dec 2, 2025 
Seth Harp, an author and journalist focused on U.S. military and intelligence operations, dives deep into the complex world of 'zero units' and the ramifications of the National Guard shooting in D.C. He shares insights on Afghan veterans' struggles after resettlement, the dark side of CIA and JSOC operations, and past instances of extrajudicial killings. The conversation also touches on political fallout, implications of military orders, and the troubling mental health narratives of combat-exposed veterans, providing a gripping look at the intersection of violence and policy.
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Zero Units Were Covert Kill Squads
- Zero Units functioned as CIA/JSOC death squads operating with impunity in Afghanistan.
- Their existence explains how the U.S. outsourced killings to local militias and avoided military rules.
Veteran Resettled As Amazon Flex Driver
- Seth Harp recounts the suspect's resettlement in Bellingham and his expectation the CIA would still help him.
- He notes the suspect worked as an Amazon Flex driver and likely felt abandoned by former handlers.
Client State Militias Became Criminal Cartels
- Zero Unit fighters often joined local criminal enterprises and committed land theft, drug trafficking, and extrajudicial killings.
- The CIA used its cover to bypass military rules and enable systematic abuses.
