Unravelling Durham: Foreign Involvement and the FBI’s Role in the 2016 Election

Join host Zev Shalev as he dives deep into the recently released Durham Report, dissecting special counsel John Durham's inquiry into the FBI's investigation into Donald Trump in 2016. Discover the shocking findings on the influence of foreign money, primarily from Saudi Arabia, on U.S. elections and the potential implications for democracy. Learn about the FBI's mishandling of the investigation into Trump, including their confirmation bias, which led them to proceed with the probe despite a lack of evidence, and their failure to corroborate a single allegation in the Steele dossier. Furthermore, Zev explores the possible involvement of Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Russia in the 2016 U.S. election and the events of 9-11. He examines the role of FBI agent Marc Rossini, who's now releasing information about 9-11, and the tactics of the Saudi government in trying to cover up their involvement, particularly the role of Omar Abayumi, a Saudi agent operating in San Diego. Finally, join Zev as he discusses the economic and political realities of the Middle East, and the importance of always pursuing the truth, no matter how long ago an event occurred.

Chapter Summaries: (0:02:24) - Durham Report and Twitter Espionage (7 Minutes)

Zev delves into the Durham Report, examining the influence of foreign money, mainly from Saudi Arabia, on U.S. elections and the implications for democracy. He also discusses the GOP's rich history of candidates funded by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the potential consequences this could have going forward.

(0:09:52) - Flaws in Crossfire Hurricane Investigation (15 Minutes)

Zev explores the Durham Report, examining the FBI's mishandling of the investigation into Trump in 2016. He discusses how the FBI's confirmation bias caused them to proceed with the probe despite a lack of evidence, and their failure to corroborate a single allegation in the Steele dossier. He also examines key character George Papadopoulos and the false information he provided to the FBI.

(0:24:27) - Mentions of Four Names (12 Minutes)

Zev looks at new information revealing a possible connection between Walter Soriano and Oleg Deripaska, and how this information could potentially change the story dynamics of the 2016 investigation. He explores how the emails story took shape and how George Papadopoulos’s tip finally reached Charlie McGonigal in July.

(0:36:40) - The Enemies of Democracy (12 Minutes)

Zev investigates the possible involvement of Saudi Arabia, Israel, and Russia in the 2016 U.S. election and the events of 9-11. He looks at the role of Marc Rossini, an FBI agent involved in the McGonigal affair, who is now releasing information about 9-11. He also examines the tactics of the Saudi government in trying to cover up their involvement, particularly the role of Omar Abayumi, a Saudi agent operating in San Diego.

(0:48:57) - Supporting the Pursuit of Truth (7 Minutes)

Zev explores the connections between George Papadopoulos, Charles McGonigal, Oleg Deripaska, and Walter Soriano. He discusses the narrative that Durham is piecing together in his investigation and the implications of those connections. Finally, he examines the dangers of fighting for truth and justice in the face of powerful opposition and provides an update on his own work.

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