DeProgram with John Kiriakou and Ted Rall Grand Theft Oil | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
Jan 5, 2026
Political cartoonist Ted Rall and CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou dive into Venezuela's explosive regime change, detailing the kidnapping of President Maduro and its implications. They question Trump's aggressive foreign policy, including threats towards multiple countries. The duo also explores the emergence of AI-generated propaganda and its subtle manipulation of public perception. Dive into discussions about U.S. war powers, the fallout of these actions on global credibility, and reflections on past interventions. Can we expect more unrest and anti-American sentiment as a result?
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Lightning Regime Change Alters Norms
- The Venezuela operation was executed quickly and with little public propaganda, unlike past large wars.
- Ted Rall and John Kiriakou call it a sudden, holiday-weekend-style regime change that shocked but did not surprise them.
Watch Carrier Movements For Big Moves
- Naval deployments are a reliable indicator that the U.S. plans serious action.
- John Kiriakou and Ted Rall note the USS Gerald Ford presence signaled intent before the Venezuela operation.
MAGA Absorbed By The GOP
- The GOP has absorbed MAGA, and neocon positions appear dominant on foreign policy.
- Ted Rall argues MAGA was eaten by the Republican Party, leaving neocons in charge of regime-change impulses.
