Judging Freedom INTEL Roundtable w/ Johnson & McGovern: Weekly Wrap 16-May
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May 16, 2025 
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst known for his critical stance on U.S. foreign policy, joins Larry Johnson, a counter-terrorism expert, for a deep dive into contemporary geopolitical issues. They challenge neoconservative influence in U.S. foreign affairs and scrutinize the financial ties impacting Trump’s Middle East policies. The discussion also covers the humanitarian crises in Gaza, controversies around Senator Graham's Ukraine ties, and the implications of leadership changes in the National Intelligence Council, pushing for greater accountability in global justice.
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Shift in Middle East Policy
- Trump's Middle East visit signals a shift from neocon strategies to more regionally-led growth.
- Sanctions lifted on Syria and warming ties with Mohammed bin Salman show new diplomatic trends.
Trump's Unprecedented Neocon Critique
- Trump's sharp critique of neocons is unprecedented in modern US politics.
- His rhetoric suggests growing frustration with costly and ineffective interventions.
Administration Divided on Foreign Policy
- The current US administration is divided between neocon and anti-neocon factions.
- This divide complicates coherent foreign policy, notably on Ukraine and Russia.