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Eli Lake: The 'disgraceful' smear campaign against Tulsi Gabbard

Dec 4, 2024
Eli Lake, a Free Press columnist and foreign policy expert, joins to discuss the controversial smear campaign against Tulsi Gabbard. He argues there is no evidence to label her as a foreign asset, emphasizing the harmful impact of such accusations on democracy. The conversation dives into Gabbard's military service, her past meetings with Assad, and the media's role in perpetuating these narratives. Lake also touches on the need for increased government transparency and the implications for U.S. foreign policy as Gabbard approaches her confirmation hearing.
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