Topic: Foreign Lobbying

4 chapters across the catalog

Leave it to Bibi
Episode 1774 38:17 - 41:47

1774: Leave it to Bibi

AIPAC Lobbying, FARA Regulations and Qatar Interview Controversy

The legal status of AIPAC is questioned regarding whether the organization should register under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA). Simultaneously, Tucker Carlson faced criticism from right-wing influencers over a FARA disclosure involving the government of Qatar. The document actually detailed a lobbying firm's arrangement for Carlson to interview the Qatari Prime Minister in person.

Flash to Bang
Episode 1619 16:18 - 18:41

1619: Flash to Bang

Hunter Biden, California Tax Indictment and Foreign Lobbying

Hunter Biden faces significant legal exposure in 2024 with a 56-page indictment in California involving tax charges and his business dealings in Ukraine, China, and Romania. Legal analysts suggest the Special Counsel is investigating potential violations of foreign lobbying laws. These criminal prosecutions are expected to unfold concurrently with the 2024 presidential election cycle.

Opinews
Episode 911 34:42 - 36:38

911: Opinews

Michael Flynn, Foreign Agent Registration and Turkey Lobbying

The segment covers the news that Michael Flynn retroactively registered as a foreign agent for $530,000 worth of lobbying work performed for Turkey during the 2016 campaign. The hosts discuss the White House's claim that President Trump was unaware of Flynn's specific ties until the recent filing.

Brain Damage
Episode 97 46:09 - 49:45

97: Brain Damage

Israeli Lobby, Obama Foreign Policy, Nancy Pelosi Power Dynamics

An article suggests President Obama is launching an assault against the Israeli lobby to reshape American foreign policy. The hosts discuss the internal power struggle between the executive branch and Speaker Nancy Pelosi, suggesting she is acting as a "second government" and may be overstepping her authority.