The Alex Marlow Show Dr. Gorka Exclusive: Muslim Brotherhood Designated Terror Org, White House Killing Jihadis
Jan 17, 2026
Dr. Sebastian Gorka, former Deputy Assistant to the President and a national security expert, discusses key counterterrorism strategies and successes from the Trump administration. He highlights aggressive measures against jihadi threats, focusing on regions like Syria and Somalia. Gorka argues for the designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization, emphasizing its importance in combating extremism. He also speaks on the U.S. role in global security, addressing challenges posed by countries like China and Iran.
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Oval Office Executive Order Moment
- Sebastian Gorka recounts writing an executive order on wrongful detention that the president signed in the Oval Office.
- He then briefed the president 90 minutes later on a classified issue, illustrating the president's relentless energy.
Homeland First, Then Global Counterterrorism
- The administration prioritizes homeland security, border control, and hemisphere defense as the foundation of national security.
- Gorka emphasizes targeting groups with external operations intent and capability who threaten Americans at home.
Quick Strike After Oval Briefing
- Gorka describes a rapid decision early in the administration to strike a leading ISIS figure in Somalia within 30 hours of briefing the president.
- He recounts watching the live feed in the Situation Room as the target was removed from the battlefield.
