

Stella Assange
Feb 22, 2024
Stella Assange, a passionate human rights activist and wife of journalist Julian Assange, shares her insights during his extradition hearing. Discussing the detrimental impact of U.S. government actions on press freedom, she highlights the lack of formal charges against Julian. Stella critiques the integrity of the legal process and unveils troubling CIA controversies. She warns of the threats to democracy posed by extradition and advocates for the vital need to protect journalists facing injustice.
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Assange's Imprisonment
- Julian Assange published classified U.S. documents.
- He is now held in Belmarsh prison, facing extradition to the U.S.
Pompeo's Continued Prominence
- Mike Pompeo, after plotting to murder Assange, remained prominent.
- He even ran for president with little media scrutiny.
CIA's Influence
- The CIA's power creates fear within U.S. politics.
- This makes people reluctant to challenge them, even when they act illegally.