Topic: Ndaa

88 chapters across the catalog

Bulb Heads
Episode 1830 51:58 - 55:04

1830: Bulb Heads

British House of Lords, NDAA Funding Discrepancies

Members of the British House of Lords reportedly discussed bypassing President Trump by working directly with the U.S. Congress on the National Defense Authorization Act. Despite Trump's stated security goals, Congress passed an NDAA with $150 billion more than requested, ensuring continued troop presence in Europe. This is viewed as an attempt by the military-industrial complex and foreign interests to outlast the current administration.

MUK-Ultra
Episode 1825 46:53 - 48:41

1825: MUK-Ultra

NDAA Provisions, Directed Energy and UAP Disclosure

The new National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes provisions for high-power microwave systems to neutralize drone swarms. Additionally, the act calls for the recognition of "non-human intelligence" as sentient life forms responsible for Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). A steering committee is proposed to oversee mandatory disclosure regarding these entities.

Doc Doc Go
Episode 1721 9:46 - 14:03

1721: Doc Doc Go

Counter UAS Authority, Chinese Drone Ban Legislation

Congressman Chris Smith is drafting legislation to grant local agencies power to investigate drones, while the House passed the $895 billion National Defense Authorization Act. Included in the legislative push is H.R. 8610, the Counter UAS Authority Security, Safety, and Reauthorization Act, which aims to ban Chinese-manufactured drones, specifically DJI products, from U.S. use.

On The Fritz
Episode 1718 2:27:32 - 2:29:58

1718: On The Fritz

National Defense Authorization Act for 2025

Congressional leaders are finalizing the $1 trillion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2025. The bill includes a 19.5% pay raise for junior enlisted service members and dozens of provisions aimed at countering Chinese influence. One notable attachment is the Falun Gong Protection Act, which seeks to impose sanctions on Chinese officials involved in involuntary organ harvesting.

Sand Battery
Episode 1672 1:54:37 - 1:57:09

1672: Sand Battery

Selective Service Expansion, Women in the Draft

Senator Jack Reed discusses a proposal in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to make draft registration automatic and expand it to include women. Reed points to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) as a model for gender-neutral military service, while the hosts view the move as a way to access a "vast pool of talent" for future conflicts.

Vaxsaline
Episode 1309 2:21:09 - 2:23:54

1309: Vaxsaline

NDAA UFO Disclosure, Mitch McConnell and Stimulus Bills

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) reportedly contains a provision requiring the declassification of all UFO data within 180 days. Meanwhile, Mitch McConnell is accused of using the stimulus bill to bundle the president's requests for Section 230 reform and $2,000 checks into a single package to stall the process. The hosts suggest that the chaotic legislative environment allowed for "weird stuff" like the UFO disclosure to be slipped in unnoticed.

Twerkin' Russians
Episode 1617 1:44:57 - 1:46:47

1617: Twerkin' Russians

NATO Withdrawal, NDAA and VP Speculation

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes a provision preventing any president from withdrawing the U.S. from NATO without Senate approval. The hosts interpret this as a move to thwart future actions by Donald Trump. Brief speculation follows regarding Trump's potential vice presidential pick, mentioning Ben Carson and Elise Stefanik.

Buying Quiet
Episode 1616 2:26 - 4:46

1616: Buying Quiet

National Defense Authorization Act and Section 702 FISA Abuse

Representative Matt Gaetz opposed the $886 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) due to the inclusion of spying authority extensions. Gaetz cited 278,000 violations of existing law by the FBI, including unauthorized queries on American citizens, neighbors, and coworkers.

Buying Quiet
Episode 1616 2:11:21 - 2:15:13

1616: Buying Quiet

Elon Musk Government Contracts and FISA Renewal

Despite public controversies, Elon Musk's companies continue to secure major government contracts, including Starlink sales to the military. The discussion suggests that media distractions regarding Musk and the Obamas are overshadowing the quiet renewal of FISA spying authorities within the NDAA.

X-Ray Specs
Episode 1574 1:07:18 - 1:10:10

1574: X-Ray Specs

Military-Industrial Complex and the NDAA

Representative Clay Higgins of Louisiana highlighted the growth of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) during a recent hearing. He contrasted the modern 800-page document with the one-page version from 1961, the year of President Eisenhower's farewell address. The segment reflects on Eisenhower's warning regarding the "unwarranted influence" of the military-industrial complex.

Pocket Pardon
Episode 1563 1:39:53 - 1:42:37

1563: Pocket Pardon

Smith-Mundt Modernization Act and Domestic Propaganda

A C-SPAN caller highlights the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act, which was included in the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act. The caller argues this legislation allows the State Department to disseminate propaganda within the United States, contributing to national division and the erosion of journalistic integrity.

Heart Dart
Episode 1474 7:32 - 9:39

1474: Heart Dart

National Defense Authorization Act, Irregular Warfare Authority

The 2023 National Defense Authorization Act includes the 1202 authority, a provision allowing the U.S. military to secretly recruit and pay foreign forces for irregular warfare. This legislative update suggests a shift toward covert operations in regions like Afghanistan. Speculation exists that high-profile strikes are used to justify these expanded military and CIA budgets.

Flu Zone
Episode 1385 2:04:51 - 2:06:33

1385: Flu Zone

NDAA Social Governance and AOC Iron Dome Vote

The latest National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes new provisions for diversity, equity, inclusion, and "red flag" gun confiscation laws. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is criticized for her "present" vote on Iron Dome funding, which critics label as political grandstanding.

Swiss Cheese Model
Episode 1308 1:19:24 - 1:23:00

1308: Swiss Cheese Model

Stimulus Bill, Section 230 Repeal and Mitch McConnell

Mitch McConnell introduced a bill linking $2,000 stimulus checks to a repeal of Section 230 and an investigation into voter fraud. This move followed President Trump's demand for larger checks and a crackdown on social media companies' liability protections.

Antigenic Drift
Episode 1306 52:09 - 57:06

1306: Antigenic Drift

Media Response to Trump Veto, NDAA, Section 230

Mainstream media outlets like MSNBC and NBC have focused their coverage on Trump's veto of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). While Trump cited the lack of a Section 230 repeal and restrictions on troop drawdowns as his primary reasons, media reports have emphasized his opposition to renaming military bases named after Confederate leaders.

Antigenic Drift
Episode 1306 1:08:01 - 1:11:14

1306: Antigenic Drift

Tulsi Gabbard on NDAA, Troop Withdrawals, Big Tech Censorship

Tulsi Gabbard supported President Trump's veto of the NDAA, pointing out that the bill unconstitutionally ties the president's hands regarding troop withdrawals from Afghanistan. She also argued that Section 230 must be reformed to prevent Big Tech companies from acting as publishers while enjoying legal immunity and censoring political speech.

Ten Days of Darkness
Episode 1304 2:05:27 - 2:10:25

1304: Ten Days of Darkness

NDAA Veto Threat, Section 230, and Troop Drawdowns

President Trump plans to veto the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) due to the lack of a Section 230 repeal and provisions restricting troop withdrawals from Afghanistan and Germany. McEnany argued that failing to repeal Section 230 allows Chinese propaganda to spread unchecked on social media.

Mink Road
Episode 1302 2:15:15 - 2:18:11

1302: Mink Road

Section 230, National Defense Authorization Act Veto

President Trump threatened to veto the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) unless it includes a repeal of Section 230, which provides liability protection for social media companies. Trump and Representative Tulsi Gabbard argue that big tech companies have used these protections to censor political speech and act as publishers. The standoff highlights a major legislative battle over the future of internet regulation and free speech.

Tolerized
Episode 1206 13:51 - 15:38

1206: Tolerized

NDAA Amendment Stripping Funding for Iran Strikes

Congressman Ro Khanna highlighted that an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) intended to block funding for offensive strikes against Iran was stripped from the final bill. The White House reportedly intervened to remove the restriction two weeks before the Soleimani strike. This legislative move suggests the administration was clearing a path for military action.

Climate Grief
Episode 1098 15:58 - 18:19

1098: Climate Grief

Amazon Government Procurement Platform, GSA E-Commerce Mandate

The General Services Administration is developing an e-commerce acquisition platform as mandated by the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. Amazon has reportedly been advising on the portal's requirements, leading to concerns that the company is positioning itself to monopolize government procurement. This follows Amazon's existing relationship with the CIA through cloud service contracts.