The Headlines Trump Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action, and Hamas Starts Bloody Crackdown
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Oct 16, 2025 The discussion dives into President Trump's authorization of covert CIA actions in Venezuela, aiming to unseat Maduro. Tensions rise as leaked plans propose altering the refugee system to favor Europeans. The Pentagon faces backlash over new restrictions on press access, sparking debate about transparency. Meanwhile, Hamas claims to have recovered hostage remains but is simultaneously cracking down violently on its rivals in Gaza. Lastly, the podcast humorously addresses the shortage of pennies, leaving businesses feeling the pinch.
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Escalation Toward Venezuela Regime Change
- The U.S. has authorized covert CIA actions as part of a broader move toward military and intelligence engagement in Venezuela.
- Officials privately say the campaign aims to remove Nicolás Maduro, not just stop drug boats.
Refugee Plans Favor Selective Admissions
- The White House considered reshaping refugee policy to favor groups seen as more 'assimilable,' including Europeans and Afrikaners.
- Drafts argued the earlier system made the U.S. 'too diverse' and urged prioritizing refugees aligned with administration goals.
Reporters Lose Physical Access To Pentagon
- New Pentagon rules prompted reporters to surrender press passes after media groups said the rules would hamper reporting and violate the First Amendment.
- Major outlets like The Times, NBC and Fox rejected the rules and lost physical Pentagon access.