Frank Figliuzzi

Frank Figliuzzi, former FBI assistant director for counterintelligence, and Andrew Weissmann, ex-FBI general counsel under Mueller, dive into the implications of Kash Patel's potential appointment as FBI director. They dissect Patel’s controversial background and ideas to reshape the Bureau, raising alarms about politicization. The duo also critiques Pam Bondi as Trump’s AG pick, Biden's stance on Hunter’s legal issues, and the dangers of violent political rhetoric impacting justice. Their insights paint a vivid picture of a fraught political landscape.

Frank Figliuzzi, a former FBI assistant director with 25 years of experience, joins to dissect the alarming rise of political violence in America. He analyzes the investigation into the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the troubling implications for national security. Figliuzzi explores how divisive rhetoric fuels this violence, affects both parties, and threatens civic engagement. He also discusses the challenges law enforcement faces amid this escalating crisis and calls for a bipartisan approach to counteract the cycle of fear and violence.

Former FBI Assistant Director Frank Figliuzzi, now a national security contributor for NBC News, joins David Rothkopf to discuss the troubling implications of Kash Patel's nomination for FBI director. They delve into how Patel's alignment with Trump could politicize the FBI and undermine its integrity. The conversation also addresses concerns over Tulsi Gabbard's appointment to lead the intelligence community, highlighting her lack of experience. Together, they analyze the potential hazards of these changes on U.S. intelligence and national security.

Former FBI assistant director Frank Figliuzzi and national security expert Juliette Kayyem, along with former FBI special agent Asha Rangappa and former federal prosecutor Elie Honig, discuss the degradation of political and legal institutions, decline in trust in law enforcement, challenges in the Trump era, and the effectiveness of the FBI in prosecuting federal statutes. They also touch on unsolved murders on the nation's highways and the importance of enhancing the flavor of whiskey with water.

In this captivating discussion, Frank Figliuzzi, former assistant director of the FBI, sheds light on the chilling world of highway serial killers. He dives into the FBI's Highway Serial Killings Initiative and the unique challenges law enforcement faces with cross-jurisdictional crimes. Figliuzzi discusses the dark trends among long-haul truckers and significant cases like Robert Ben Rhodes. Additionally, he touches on the intersection of genetic testing in solving crimes and the critical role of truckers in combating human trafficking, all while emphasizing mental health awareness.