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Trump’s AF1 ruse / Military at the polls? / Civilian casualties abroad

Aug 13, 2026 · 30m

Summary

This episode examines a Secret Service ruse that moved President Trump to a decoy aircraft amid alleged Iranian threats, raising press transparency concerns. It also covers the extended National Guard deployment in Washington and fears regarding midterm election integrity. Finally, the hosts discuss Pentagon reports on civilian casualties in Yemen and the strategic importance of antimony for missile defense systems.

Topics discussed

Secret Service decoy ruse to protect Trump from Iran threat National Guard deployment in DC and midterm election concerns Pentagon report on civilian casualties in Yemen and Iran OSINT: Antimony supply chain and Patriot missile systems Long-term impact of Strait of Hormuz closure on shipping UK election stunt: Count Binface and show announcement
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