Jefferson Morley, a seasoned journalist and author specializing in the JFK assassination, delves into the recent discovery of over 2,000 new FBI documents. He sheds light on the CIA's prior knowledge of Lee Harvey Oswald and the ongoing secrecy surrounding JFK's assassination. The discussion ventures into the lasting impact of JFK's vision for global cooperation and the erosion of public trust in government institutions since his death. Morley emphasizes the importance of transparency and historical accuracy in unraveling the complex narratives of this pivotal event.
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JFK Records Act
The JFK Records Act, passed in 1992, aimed to make all government records on the assassination public.
Both Trump and Biden allowed agencies to postpone the release of thousands of documents, effectively gutting the act.
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CIA's Control Over Records
The CIA's control over JFK assassination records creates a conflict of interest.
Their history of false statements and resistance to transparency fuels public suspicion.
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JFK's Foreign Policy
JFK's policies challenged national security agencies.
He pursued peace with the Soviet Union and held back in Vietnam, angering some within his administration.
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Scorpion's Dance: The President, the Spymaster, and Watergate
The President, the Spymaster, and Watergate
Jefferson Morley
In "Scorpion's Dance," Jefferson Morley examines the intricate relationship between President Richard Nixon and CIA Director Richard Helms. The book explores the aftermath of the Kennedy assassination and its lasting impact on the political landscape. It delves into the Nixon administration's covert operations and the Watergate scandal. The narrative reveals the tensions between the executive branch and the intelligence community. The book highlights the enduring legacy of the Kennedy assassination and its influence on subsequent events. Ultimately, it offers a compelling account of power, secrecy, and accountability in American politics.
In early 2025, the FBI announced that they had found more than 2,000 new records related to John F. Kennedy’s assassination. What do they include? Why did it take so long to find them? How many will be made public? The world waits to find out.
In late 2023, we sat down with journalist, author, and co-founder of the substack JFK Facts Jefferson Morley. We discussed revelations regarding the CIA’s knowledge of Lee Harvey Oswald before November 22nd, the lasting legacy of JFK’s approach to foreign policy, and how clandestine intelligence agencies continue to withhold information about the 35th president’s death.
Check out JFK Facts at jfkfacts.substack.com and Jeff’s books The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton, Our Man in Mexico: Winston Scott and the Hidden History of the CIA, and Scorpions’ Dance: The President, the Spymaster, and Watergate.
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