The Victor Davis Hanson Show

Obama’s Spooks and ‘Russian Collusion’

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Jul 22, 2025
The discussion dives into Tulsi Gabbard's explosive claims about the Obama administration's involvement in the Russia collusion narrative. There's a critical examination of the politicization of intelligence agencies and their lasting effects. The podcast also highlights the decline of late-night television, contrasting past comedic charm with today's mean-spiritedness. Additionally, it addresses the troubling economic implications of China's financial strategies and California's infrastructure challenges, all while reminiscing about influential conservative leader Ed Fulner.
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Obama's Intel and Russia Hoax

  • Obama's intelligence team manufactured a Russia collusion hoax to undermine Trump after the 2016 election.
  • Multiple intelligence agencies found no evidence but Obama pressured for actionable investigation.
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Precedents Broken Against Trump

  • The Mueller investigation and related efforts tried to destroy Trump without evidence.
  • The left destroyed legal and political norms making it possible to pursue ex-presidents aggressively.
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Judges Seeking Political Approval

  • Federal judges act more for political praise than judicial reputation today.
  • Many deliberately seek reversals to gain left-wing hero status, ignoring judicial norms.
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