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Pentagon Press Corps Becomes Complete Joke With The Likes of Laura Loomer - December 4, 2025

Dec 5, 2025
Netanyahu's unwavering stance against a Palestinian state raises eyebrows about Middle East peace prospects. The podcast investigates claims of Israeli control over Gaza while unpacking Admiral Hegseth's controversial push for accountability amid military operations. Defense startups are cashing in on the drug war, spurred by Trump’s policies. In a shocking twist, emails reveal Epstein and Dershowitz’s scheme to attack critics of the Israel lobby, showcasing a troubling intertwining of power and media.
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Netanyahu's Public Opposition To A Palestinian State

  • Ana Kasparian argues Benjamin Netanyahu openly opposes a Palestinian state and uses fear to block peace deals.
  • She links Likud's boycott of Trump's peace-plan vote to Netanyahu's pattern of preferring perpetual conflict over peace.
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Double-Tap Strikes Raise War-Crime Concerns

  • Ana Kasparian describes the Caribbean strikes as potential war crimes, highlighting a possible double-tap killing survivors.
  • She emphasizes bipartisan concern and lack of transparency from the Trump administration.
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Pressure On Commanders Over Legal Objections

  • Kasparian reports Pete Hegseth pressured Admiral Alvin Halsey out after Halsey questioned legality of strikes.
  • She suggests Hegseth demands unquestioning obedience, raising moral and command concerns.
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