Topic: James Traficant

The hosts debunk a widely circulated internet article claiming the U.S. government went bankrupt in 1933. The article relies on a quote from Congressman James Traficant that was taken out of context; Traficant was speaking facetiously about a budget rule, not declaring a legal bankruptcy. The misinformation has been used to support theories about the U.S. becoming a socialist democracy under a secret governor.

Former Congressman James Traficant, recently released from prison after serving seven years for corruption, has made public claims regarding Israeli influence over the US Congress and media. While these statements are noted for their controversial nature, the hosts argue that the media is more directly controlled by Wall Street and Democratic party interests.