Topic: Blind Sheik

2 chapters across the catalog

Dead Hand of Bureaucracy
Episode 463 2:56:57 - 2:59:18

463: Dead Hand of Bureaucracy

Blind Sheik Release, Egyptian Diplomacy and Morsi

Rumors of a diplomatic deal to release Omar Abdel-Rahman, known as the "Blind Sheik," to Egypt are discussed. Egyptian President Morsi has reportedly called for the release of the cleric, who was convicted in connection with the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. The hosts jokingly note that at age 74, the Sheik is nearly old enough to pass through TSA screening without taking off his shoes.

Muslim Hugger
Episode 428 1:57:04 - 2:02:27

428: Muslim Hugger

Michele Bachmann, Muslim Brotherhood Influence Inquiry

Representative Michele Bachmann and four other members of the Intelligence Committee sent letters to the Inspector General questioning Muslim Brotherhood influence within the U.S. government. Bachmann highlighted a visa granted to a member of a foreign terrorist organization who met with the National Security Council to request the release of the "Blind Sheik."