Episode 653 • • 1:18:19 - 1:21:16
653: Evil Layer Cake
Covert Training in Syria, Chlorine Gas, Bill Nelson
During a Senate hearing, Senator Bill Nelson questioned General Dempsey about published reports of "covert training" for Syrian rebels. Senator McCain interjected to discuss the use of chlorine gas and the humanitarian disaster in the region. The exchange highlighted the tension between public testimony and classified operations.