The Tucker Carlson Show Steve Baker
Mar 20, 2024
Steve Baker, an independent journalist arrested for exposing truths about January 6th, shares his harrowing experiences in dealing with the legal system. He critiques the bias against independent reporters and reveals the emotional toll of his legal battles. Baker discusses concerns of political tyranny, highlighting the troubling actions of agencies like the FBI and the media's silence on these injustices. He emphasizes the need for transparency and fairness in how journalists are treated in politically charged environments.
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Steve Baker's Arrest
- Steve Baker, a journalist for The Blaze, was arrested and charged with misdemeanors for covering the January 6th protest.
- He had received prior threats of prosecution and complied with a grand jury subpoena for his footage.
Humiliating Surrender
- The FBI instructed Baker to wear casual clothes for his surrender, suggesting they planned to humiliate him.
- His attorney negotiated to allow him to wear his own clothes, but he was still handcuffed and transported in leg chains.
Misplaced Priorities
- Tucker Carlson questions why the FBI is focused on misdemeanor cases related to January 6th instead of other crimes.
- Baker reveals that FBI agents remained silent when he asked how often they process misdemeanor defendants.