Epstein Files 2 w/ Thomas Massie
Summary
Dave Smith interviews former Congressman Thomas Massie on the Iran war, discussing legal violations of the War Powers Act and the erosion of congressional authority. Massie reflects on his primary loss to the Israel lobby, noting that while it manipulated older voters, younger demographics remain supportive. The episode also covers the Epstein Files Transparency Act, with Massie criticizing the DOJ for illegally withholding documents and lying to Congress about their contents.
Topics discussed
Intro: Wife's children's book and Louisville trip
Guest intro and War Powers Act overview
Legal loopholes in the War Powers Resolution
History of unauthorized wars: Iraq, Libya, Syria
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2020 Primary: Trump's attack and high poll numbers
Campaign funding, wife's passing, and guardian angel
AI deepfakes and media manipulation risks
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Epstein Files Transparency Act 1: Passage and DOJ resistance
Deliberative process privilege and redacted documents
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Epstein connections, names, and personal risk
Epstein Files Transparency Act 2: New Mexico prosecution
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Strategy for passing Act 2 and closing remarks
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