Topic: Michael Scheuer

Former CIA officer Michael Scheuer discusses the political sensitivity of the Petraeus resignation ahead of Benghazi hearings. Scheuer criticizes the Obama administration's narrative on Islamic militancy and identifies John Brennan as a potential "yes man" successor for the CIA directorship.

Former CIA Bin Laden unit chief Michael Scheuer appeared on Russia Today (RT) to argue that U.S. foreign policy, rather than a hatred of "freedom," is the primary driver of Islamic terrorism. Scheuer criticized the influence of the "Jewish American community" on Congress regarding support for Israel. The hosts suggest that while Scheuer's "blowback" argument aligns with Ron Paul, his comments on ethnic influence may lead to him being banned from mainstream media.

Former CIA official Michael Scheuer appears on CNN and criticizes the Libya intervention as a "piece of theater" orchestrated by Hillary Clinton and John McCain. Scheuer argues that attacking a Muslim country for oil serves as a primary recruitment tool for extremists. The CNN anchors are seen attempting to shut down his commentary when he labels the U.S. as nearly bankrupt.

Michael Scheuer continues his critique of Ambassador Susan Rice and the bipartisan tendency to intervene in foreign affairs where no U.S. interests are at stake. He argues that the U.S. economy and the Libya mission are intrinsically linked due to the national deficit. The hosts mock the CNN anchors for their defensive reaction to Scheuer's "crazed" label for Rice.

Former CIA officer Michael Scheuer discusses the December 30 bombing in Afghanistan that killed seven CIA agents. The interview touches on past opportunities to capture Osama bin Laden that were allegedly blocked by the Clinton administration. The hosts question the official narrative of the double-agent suicide bomber and suggest the possibility of internal CIA purges.