Best of the Program | Guests: Donica Hudson & Edwin Black | 1/31/24
Jan 31, 2024
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Donica Hudson discusses the coordination of the trucker convoy to Texas' southern border. Glenn reacts to a report on crippling Trump's powers. Edwin Black talks about Israeli intelligence revealing staff connections to Hamas in a U.N. agency.
Israeli intelligence reveals staff at UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees have ties to Hamas and other terrorists, undermining US interests.
Restoring funding to UNRWA and providing billions to Iran raises concerns about enabling terrorism and undermining American security.
Deep dives
UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees Linked to Hamas and Terrorist Groups
Israeli intelligence has revealed that 10% of the staff at the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA) have connections to Hamas and other terrorist groups, with some directly participating in the October 7th massacre. UNRWA, a separate organization dedicated to Palestinian refugees, has been criticized for its questionable definition of refugees, including descendants of the original 1948 refugees. The organization receives significant funding, with the US being the largest contributor. Meanwhile, the Biden administration has restored funding to UNRWA and also provided $6 billion to Iran, despite ongoing hostilities. Critics argue that this support undermines US interests and enables groups hostile to America.
The Problem of Fake Palestinian Refugees and Refugee Camps
The issue of Palestinian refugees and refugee camps is highly politicized and misleading. Many argue that the notion of Palestinian refugees is flawed, as descendants of the original refugees are also considered refugees, even if they were born in other countries. The living conditions in these so-called refugee camps are often far from what one would expect from traditional refugee camps, resembling small cities with modern amenities. Additionally, it has been revealed that some UNRWA workers have ties to terrorist organizations and participate in training young individuals in military maneuvers. Critics argue that these camps and UNRWA perpetuate an artificial refugee crisis, benefiting certain political interests and hindering a realistic resolution.
UN Support and Funding for UNRWA
The UNRWA agency for Palestinian refugees receives significant support and funding, particularly from the US and the EU. In 2022 alone, the US provided $343 million to UNRWA, while the EU contributed $114 million. Despite concerns about potential misuse of funds and the agency's association with terrorist groups, the Biden administration has reinstated funding to UNRWA. Norway, the EU, and Germany have also continued their financial support. Critics argue that these funds indirectly support terrorist activities and further complicate the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The Controversial Actions of the Biden Administration
The Biden administration's decisions regarding UNRWA and Iran have raised concerns among critics. By restoring funding to UNRWA, the administration has been accused of enabling an organization with ties to terrorists and perpetuating a flawed refugee system. Similarly, providing billions of dollars to Iran, a country hostile to the US, has drawn staunch criticism. Critics argue that these actions undermine American interests and security. Some speculate that internal factions within the Democratic Party, which have an unfavorable view of the US and desire to see it weakened, influence such decisions. However, these claims remain speculative.
First Landing 1607 Project co-founder Donica Hudson joins to discuss the coordination involved with the trucker convoy headed towards Texas’ southern border. Glenn reacts to a new report that claims the federal government, along with private partnerships, will attempt to cripple the powers of former President Trump should he be elected to another term. Host of “The Edwin Black Show” Edwin Black joins to discuss the Israeli intelligence that revealed 10% of staff at a U.N. agency had connections to Hamas and other terroristic groups.