Judging Freedom LtCOL. Karen Kwiatkowski : Is Pete Hegseth a War Criminal?
Dec 2, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski shares her insights on significant military and foreign policy issues. She critiques the current state of Ukraine's military and the political corruption affecting it. Kwiatkowski also challenges neocon narratives regarding Russia and discusses the legality of military actions against survivors in international waters. The conversation further delves into the implications of U.S. tactics mirroring Israel’s approach to warfare, providing a thought-provoking critique with a hopeful glance toward political alternatives.
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Rubio As A Controlled Placeholder
- Lt. Col. Karen Kwiatkowski argues Marco Rubio was appointed to keep an enemy close and controlled rather than as a truly empowered Secretary of State.
- She views Rubio as reactive, not diplomatic, and lacking the gravitas needed for effective diplomacy.
Lavrov Outmatches Trump's Envoys
- Kwiatkowski emphasizes Lavrov's superior diplomatic skill compared with Trump appointees like Jared Kushner or Wyckoff.
- She warns sending non-experts signals weakness because foreign counterparts recognize who truly knows geopolitics.
Ukraine's Military And Political Decline
- Kwiatkowski says Ukraine has been militarily failing for a long time and corruption disclosures signal Western withdrawal of support.
- She cites desertion, casualties, and exposed corruption as indicators that the conflict is unsalvageable.