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More Sinister USAID Programs Emerge; Rumble Returns to Brazil as its Chief Censor is Warned of Arrest; Why CFPB Protects Consumers With Matt Stoller

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Feb 11, 2025
Matt Stoller, a finance and antitrust expert, dives into the controversial USAID programs that manipulate foreign nations, drawing parallels to CIA operations. He also discusses Rumble's return to Brazil after a censorship battle, spotlighting critical free speech issues. Stoller warns about the dangers posed to consumers by potential cuts to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, emphasizing how these changes could benefit Wall Street, jeopardizing protection for everyday Americans. His insights reveal the intricate dance between government influence and consumer rights.
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INSIGHT

Trump Administration's Focus on Transparency

  • The Trump administration aims to disclose the functions of sprawling Washington agencies.
  • These agencies significantly impact both domestic and foreign policy, yet operate opaquely.
INSIGHT

USAID's Secret Media Network

  • USAID funds a global media network, disguised as independent, to spread US propaganda.
  • This network, Internews, operates in 30+ countries and reaches millions.
ANECDOTE

Internews' Abandoned Headquarters

  • Internews, funded by the US government, operates from an abandoned building in Arcata, CA.
  • This exemplifies the lack of oversight for such sprawling, influential organizations.
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