The Winston Marshall Show Ben Domenech - The Deep State Vs Tusli Gabbard, RFK Jr & Kash Patel
Jan 30, 2025
Ben Domenech, Editor at Large of The Spectator World and co-founder of The Federalist, dives into the provocative political landscape shaped by Trump's controversial Senate picks. He discusses Tulsi Gabbard's duality as pro-military yet anti-war and the skepticism surrounding her intelligence bid. The conversation also touches on President Biden's leadership concerns and the dynamics of entrenched bureaucracies facing new appointees like Kash Patel. Additionally, the evolving role of J.D. Vance in balancing traditional values and technology in politics is explored.
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Trump's "Avengers"
- Trump’s picks for his second term include former Democrats like Tulsi Gabbard and RFK Jr.
- These picks challenge traditional Republican hawks who favor strong intelligence services and FISA courts.
FISA Courts and Section 702
- FISA courts approve secret warrants for domestic spying, often acting as rubber stamps.
- This practice raises concerns about potential abuse and unwarranted surveillance.
Tulsi Gabbard and Assad
- Tulsi Gabbard's 2017 meeting with Assad in Syria sparked controversy, with some labeling her an "Assad toady".
- Domenech suggests this trip reflected some naivete but emphasizes Gabbard's anti-war stance rooted in her military experience.