Topic: Military Reserves

The hosts characterize the conflict as a necessary "liquidity event" for the military-industrial complex and the global financial system. They note that the war provides a justification for massive money printing and government spending at a time when funding for Ukraine was facing congressional hurdles. They point out the convenience of the current lack of a statutory debt ceiling in the United States.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell warns that the Omicron variant could hamper the economic recovery and fight against inflation. CNBC's Jim Cramer draws criticism for suggesting the U.S. military should be used to enforce universal vaccine mandates.

Sir Kevin Strange from the UK speculates on the origins of "Kung Flu," ranging from a totalitarian "New World Order" plot to a Chinese bio-weapon. He provides "boots on the ground" info regarding the RAF and Army Reserves being called up to convert the Norwich airport into a hospital. These claims are contrasted with reports from other UK producers who see no activity in their local hospitals.

Former National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster's views on the US role as the "big dog" in the global order are analyzed. The current system, supported by NATO and the US dollar's status as a reserve currency, allows the United States to maintain prosperity despite massive debt. This "Life of Riley" is sustained by a global network of military bases and drone headquarters that signal American presence and authority worldwide.

The Department of Defense, GSA, and NASA published an interim rule in the Federal Register amending the definition of "contingency operation" in accordance with the 2012 NDAA. This statutory change allows the Secretary of Defense to activate military reserves for domestic assistance upon a governor's request during declared emergencies. Critics argue this legal shift facilitates the use of federal troops on U.S. soil, potentially bypassing traditional restrictions.

Representative Dennis Kucinich delivered a speech on the House floor arguing that the debt ceiling debate obscures a fundamental transfer of wealth from the American public to a small elite. Kucinich cited the costs of wars in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya, as well as the role of the Federal Reserve and insurance companies in hollowing out the economy. The hosts praise his directness, comparing his stance to that of Ron Paul, and note that such perspectives are rarely highlighted in mainstream media.

Congressman Ron Paul stated during a Campaign for Liberty event in Atlanta that the CIA has effectively committed a coup against the US military. Paul alleged that the CIA operates as a government unto itself, funded by the Federal Reserve and involved in the international drug trade. The hosts discuss the significance of a sitting congressman making such bold claims.