Topic: Blocking Strategy

A leaked version of the National Security Strategy document outlines the creation of "Core 5" (C5), a new power block consisting of the United States, Russia, China, India, and Japan. This alliance would prioritize regional responsibility and traditional values, potentially replacing Western-dominated forums like the G7. The strategy also suggests a realignment of U.S. global obligations and a withdrawal from European defense.

The hosts analyze the emergence of Doug Wead as a senior advisor for the Ron Paul campaign. Given Wead's history with the Bush family and high speaking fees, Dvorak suspects he may be part of an intelligence-linked "blocking strategy." The theory suggests Paul is being used to prevent other candidates like Newt Gingrich from gaining traction against the "knighted" frontrunner, Mitt Romney.