6 chapters across the catalog
Media outlets including MSNBC and CNN analyzed the political damage of James Comey's findings, noting that his report directly disputed Hillary Clinton's year-long defense. The House Oversight Committee scheduled testimony for Comey to further explain the FBI's decision-making process to Republican lawmakers.
Sidney Blumenthal and Clinton Foundation Influence Peddling
Sidney Blumenthal's role as a consultant for the Clinton Foundation while advising Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Libya is examined. The discussion focuses on potential "pay-to-play" dynamics where foreign donations to the foundation allegedly influenced U.S. State Department policy. Reference is made to Muammar Gaddafi's 2009 visit to the United States and his tent being pitched on Donald Trump's estate.
Benghazi Select Committee, Hillary Clinton Testimony and Trey Gowdy
The 11-hour testimony of Hillary Clinton before the House Select Committee on Benghazi is analyzed as a political "shitshow" intended to discredit the former Secretary of State. Chairman Trey Gowdy is criticized for his prosecutorial style and his selection of committee members. Despite the length of the hearing, the hosts argue that the true nature of the CIA operation at the Benghazi annex remained largely unaddressed by the committee.
Campaign Reset and Hillary Clinton's Email to Supporters
Hillary Clinton appeared on the Ellen DeGeneres Show as part of a campaign reset to counter rising poll numbers for Bernie Sanders. Adam Curry reads a personalized email from "Hillary" (addressed to "Mimi") regarding the email server. Meanwhile, a formal investigation into Huma Abedin's employment status is noted as a potential legal tactic.
Bryan Pagliano, the IT professional who set up Hillary Clinton's private server, has invoked his Fifth Amendment rights to avoid testifying before Congress. The Clinton campaign described the move as "disappointing" while Republicans suggested it implies self-incrimination. The State Department spokesperson avoided commenting on the hiring process that brought Pagliano into the government from the Clinton campaign.
House Oversight Committee Hearing on Benghazi Security
Representative Darrell Issa and Representative Jason Chaffetz lead a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing regarding the Benghazi attacks. Testimony reveals that the State Department and FBI possess video evidence showing there was no protest prior to the assault. The hosts suggest the attack may have been related to a CIA weapons depot operation intended to move arms from Libya to Syria.
