Fight Back with Jake Shields Elite Delta Force Soldier Brent Tucker on 9/11, the Military, and Israel - Fight Back Ep. 127
Dec 1, 2025
Brent Tucker, a former special operations operator with Delta Force and Green Berets, shares gripping insights from his military career. He discusses the importance of integrity among veterans and the damaging effects of false claims. Brent gives a candid take on the transgender debate within military ranks, the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the pitfalls of embellished military stories. He also reflects on the adrenaline rush of combat and the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life after serving.
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Why Veterans Police Their Own Reputation
- Tucker argues veterans are one of the last bastions of respect and must police dishonor internally.
- Maintaining integrity in public stories protects younger aspirants and the community's reputation.
The Bin Laden Raid: Who Entered The Room
- Brent Tucker describes Robert O'Neill's claim about killing Osama bin Laden and explains why multiple sources on the ground tell a different, multi-man account.
- He stresses O'Neill was in the room but was not the lone shooter and that exaggeration damages credibility.
What Makes A Tier‑1 Unit Different
- Tucker differentiates Tier 1 units (Delta, SEAL Team 6) as all-star assault teams that draw top operators and have no weak links.
- He notes Delta draws from all special operations branches and enforces an even tougher selection than other SOF units.
