The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2687 Patrick Byrne on the Deep State and His Secret Work
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Aug 29, 2025 
Patrick Byrne, the former CEO of Overstock.com, dives deep into his unexpected life as a covert government asset. He shares gripping tales of political espionage and entanglements with high-profile figures during the Obama and Trump eras. Byrne reveals chilling insights into systemic corruption within the U.S. government and recounts a secret meeting in the Oval Office regarding election integrity. His narrative blends humor with serious allegations, challenging perceptions of trust and transparency in politics while reflecting on his personal experiences in this dangerous game.
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Longtime Government Designated Expert
- Patrick Byrne recounts being designated a 'Designated National Intelligence Asset' and occasionally called into government facilities to speak or assist.
- He emphasizes he was not a CIA spook but served as an expert asset for decades, often covertly advising officials.
Meeting Maria Butina At Freedom Fest
- Byrne tells how he met Maria Butina at Freedom Fest 2015 and was asked to report the contact to his handlers because she circulated in D.C. political circles.
- He describes being told to re-engage with her and to learn more, which began a complex operational relationship.
Assigned To Arrange A Bribe For Clinton
- Byrne says he was ordered in late 2015 to arrange a meeting where Hillary Clinton would receive a bribery payment used as prosecution evidence.
- He claims he executed the bribe in January 2016 and was later ordered to 'forget' the matter by his handlers.
