Topic: 9 11 Commission

Dr. Deborah Birx appeared on Chris Cuomo's program and suggested that vaccine reactions often mirror the symptoms of the natural disease, effectively equating some cases of long COVID with vaccine injury. Birx called for a 9/11-style commission to investigate these health outcomes and address public concerns. Critics noted that while she now calls for transparency, she previously oversaw the lockdown policies that prioritized young nursing personnel over the elderly in long-term care facilities.

Prince Charles faces scrutiny after reports surfaced that his charitable trust accepted a £1 million donation from the family of Osama bin Laden in 2013. While the Prince's office denies personal involvement in brokering the deal, the connection raises questions about the vetting of royal donations. The Bin Laden family's historical ties and their departure from the U.S. immediately after the September 11 attacks are also noted.

Former National Security Advisor Condoleezza Rice reflected on the 20th anniversary of 9/11, acknowledging the failure of the FBI and CIA to detect the original plot. Rice highlighted the subsequent creation of the National Counterterrorism Center to bridge the gap between domestic and foreign intelligence. She expressed remorse for the missed warning signs while defending the actions taken by the administration at the time.

The hosts analyze the push for a "9/11 style commission" to investigate the Capitol riot, which they argue is being framed as a "coup" by left-leaning media. They suggest that the media is desperate to maintain high ratings by continuing to focus on Donald Trump despite his absence from major social platforms.

Former Deputy Secretary of State Sue Gordon discusses the challenges of monitoring domestic extremism given statutory limits on the intelligence community's ability to surveil U.S. citizens. She advocates for a structural reform that combines the efforts of the FBI and DHS, potentially through a 9-11 style commission. The segment notes that such commissions often lead to legislation similar to the Patriot Act.

Hillary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi discuss the January 6 Capitol riot on a podcast, suggesting that Donald Trump's actions were a "gift to Putin." Pelosi reiterates her claim that "all roads lead to Putin" and expresses support for a 9-11 style commission to investigate whether the rioters were "Putin puppets." The segment critiques the partisan nature of these claims and the potential waste of resources on such a commission.

Project Veritas released recordings of CNN's internal morning editorial calls, featuring President Jeff Zucker. The tapes reveal editors discussing how to link the presidential transition delay to the national security failures cited in the 9/11 Commission Report. The hosts argue this demonstrates how media narratives are manufactured and pushed through corporate hierarchies.

NBC News reported that current and former intelligence officials view the delayed transition as a threat to national security, citing the 9/11 Commission Report. The report argued that the shortened transition in 2000 hampered the Bush administration's ability to clear and confirm key personnel, potentially leaving the U.S. vulnerable. Critics of the Trump administration argue that refusing to engage with the Biden team could lead to a similar security failure.

The Director of National Intelligence position was created following the 9/11 Commission's findings to facilitate better information sharing between the FBI and CIA. Critics argue the role has become a figurehead position for retirees rather than a functional oversight office.

Representative Adam Schiff compared the Russia investigation to the 9/11 Commission, suggesting that circumstantial evidence of collusion might exist even if it cannot be corroborated yet. Legal experts noted that the unauthorized disclosure of federal tax returns is a felony under criminal code 7213 if the source was an IRS employee. There is speculation that Trump himself may have leaked the 2005 return to make the media look foolish.

Congress successfully overrode President Obama's first veto, passing the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA). The bill allows families of 9-11 victims to sue Saudi Arabia, despite previous threats from the Saudi government to sell $750 billion in U.S. treasury bonds if the legislation moved forward.

Former 9-11 commissioners like Bob Kerrey and Tim Romer have disputed claims that the Saudi government was fully exonerated. They point to evidence of government-sponsored charities providing funds to terrorists, asserting that the families deserve their day in court to examine these connections.

Journalist Russ Baker discussed the potential shift in the United States' relationship with Saudi Arabia following the declassification of the "28 pages" from the 9/11 Commission report. While the alliance remains strong, the release of these documents under a Democratic administration suggests a volatile political environment. The FBI's role in managing what information comes to light continues to be a point of contention for investigators.

Congress released the long-classified 28 pages of the 9/11 Commission Report, detailing potential links between the hijackers and the Saudi Arabian government. Media outlets including CBS and PBS are criticized for downplaying the findings by emphasizing subsequent investigations that claimed no institutional Saudi support. White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest stated the documents do not change fundamental facts regarding Al-Qaeda funding.

CIA Director John Brennan addressed the potential release of the redacted "28 pages" from the 9/11 inquiry during a Council on Foreign Relations event. Brennan downplayed the significance of the documents, suggesting they contain unvetted speculation that could be misrepresented by the public.

Former 9/11 Commissioner John Lehman stated that the classified "28 pages" contain evidence of support for the hijackers from individuals working within the Saudi embassy and government-funded charities. While the commission previously found no evidence that senior Saudi officials were aware of the plot, Lehman is calling for a vigorous pursuit of lower-level involvement. Critics argue that the reporting often downplays the clear links between the Saudi government and the individuals named in the FBI summaries.

State Department spokesperson John Kirby refuses to "re-litigate history" when questioned about Saudi involvement in 9/11. He dismisses further debate as a "fool's errand," insisting the public record is already exhaustive despite the 28 pages remaining classified.

Former Senator Bob Graham is leading a push to declassify 28 pages of the 9/11 Commission Report that allegedly link Saudi officials to the financing of the attacks. Saudi Arabia has reportedly threatened to sell $750 billion in US assets if Congress passes a bill allowing the pages to be released. The hosts question why the Obama administration is lobbying to block the transparency measure.

The activist group "The Yes Men" protested Shell's Arctic drilling by handing out "ancient ice" in New York. The conversation shifts to the 28 redacted pages of the 9/11 Commission Report. The hosts suggest the ongoing focus on these pages serves as a form of public blackmail against Saudi Arabia to ensure their cooperation with U.S. interests.

The collapse of WTC 7 is compared to other major historical engineering disasters like the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and the Hyatt Regency walkway collapse. The discussion suggests that the mainstream media's sudden interest in 9/11 skeptics may be a tactic to "soften the blow" before the potential release of the classified 28 pages from the Joint Inquiry into Intelligence Community Activities.