7 chapters across the catalog
Ash Carter on Combat vs Advice Missions, Iraq and Syria
Defense Secretary Ash Carter struggles to distinguish between "combat roles" and "advice and assist missions" during congressional testimony. Despite claims of no combat troops on the ground, Carter admits that U.S. forces are engaging in raids and "prosecuting the campaign" in ways that clearly involve active combat.
Ebola Immunity, West Africa Oil, Combat Troops Invasion
An Ebola survivor's comments on immunity lead to a discussion about the strategic importance of West African oil. The hosts argue that the deployment of 3,000 "combat troops" to the region is actually an invasion disguised as a medical mission. They criticize President Obama's use of the word "science" to shut down debate and his warning not to "dawdle" on funding.
Operation New Dawn, Iraq War Combat Mission Claims
President Barack Obama announced the end of combat operations in Iraq, transitioning to Operation New Dawn. However, reports from active duty personnel suggest that heavy brigade combat teams remain deployed and engaged in mechanized infantry operations despite the official change in mission designation.
Iraq War Combat Troop Withdrawal, Staged Military Footage
The hosts question the official narrative regarding the withdrawal of combat troops from Iraq. They analyze high-quality footage of IED explosions shown on CNN, questioning who filmed the incidents. They also play a clip of soldiers in identical, professionally lit "Army" t-shirts, characterizing the entire war as a scam to upgrade military hardware.
US Combat Troop Withdrawal from Iraq and Al Jazeera Coverage
The United States military has officially withdrawn its last combat brigades from Iraq, a move characterized by some media outlets as "sneaking out" under the cover of darkness. Al Jazeera's reporting is analyzed for its use of the term "resistance" instead of "terrorism" to describe local insurgent activity. Despite the withdrawal of combat units, 50,000 U.S. troops remain in the country for training and counter-terrorism roles.
Iraq Troop Withdrawal, Combat Force Designation
The Obama administration is reclassifying US forces in Iraq as non-combat units as troop levels drop toward 50,000 by August 31, 2010. Media reports from Katie Couric suggest this transition may be misleading, as violence remains high and political instability persists. The hosts note that private contractors and consultants are not included in the withdrawal figures.
Troop Withdrawal Promises and Supreme Court Reactions
President Obama's pledge to remove combat troops from Iraq by August is scrutinized for the distinction between "combat troops" and "contractors." Justice Samuel Alito is noted for his visible disagreement during the President's critique of the Supreme Court's campaign finance decision.
