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Dr. Steve Pieczenik suggests to Adam Curry that President Xi may be losing control of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and internal security services. Pieczenik claims these groups are heavily staffed by individuals from northeastern provinces who are unhappy with the economy. The theory posits that the virus outbreak might have been a "rogue op" intended as an economic hit against the West.
Speculation regarding the Saudi government's eventual explanation for Khashoggi's death includes the possibility of a "rendition gone wrong" or an accidental killing. There are suggestions of palace intrigue where King Salman might use the incident to discipline or remove his son, the Crown Prince, from power. Predictions indicate the Saudis will likely blame a rogue operation and execute several conspirators to close the matter.
