5 chapters across the catalog
The United States and United Kingdom have publicly identified China as the source of a decades-long cyber attack campaign targeting politicians, journalists, and the UK Electoral Commission. Seven Chinese hackers have been hit with criminal charges and sanctions for their involvement in the group known as Advanced Persistent Threat (APT). New Zealand also reported that its parliamentary system was targeted by the same group in 2021.
Senatorial Audit Request, January 6th Electoral Commission
A group of eleven Senators and Senators-elect, led by Ted Cruz, has called for an emergency 10-day audit of election returns in disputed states. They intend to vote against the certification of electors on January 6th unless a commission is appointed to investigate claims of fraud. The hosts discuss the potential for this move to challenge the legitimacy of the incoming administration and the public's misunderstanding of the Electoral College.
Welsh and Scottish Parliament Attacks, Bojo Integrity
Representatives from Wales and Scotland have joined the Labor Party in accusing Boris Johnson of violating the ministerial code. Liz Roberts of Wales and Ian Blackford of Scotland have called for investigations into "Tory sleaze" and potential prosecutions by the Electoral Commission. Johnson has dismissed these attacks as politically motivated, challenging his opponents to produce documented evidence of his alleged remarks.
Brexit Re-vote Strategies and Fraud Allegations
The discussion turns to the ongoing efforts in the UK Parliament to secure a "People's Vote" or a second referendum on Brexit. Opponents of the leave vote are highlighting alleged spending irregularities and "industrial scale fraud" by the Vote Leave campaign to invalidate the 2016 results. Prime Minister Theresa May maintains that the original vote must be respected to preserve trust in politics.
A debate over the British National Party (BNP) and its former leader Nick Griffin serves as a case study for free speech. While Griffin's appearance on "Question Time" led to a temporary surge in membership, it ultimately resulted in the party's fragmentation and loss of official status, supporting the argument that open debate can neutralize fringe movements.
