Tag Archives: Mike Pompeo

Two Years Ago — Former CIA Analyst Ray McGovern Debunks The Alleged Syria Chemical Attack

Posted on April 9, 2019 by L

“A source told me that Pompeo had personally briefed Trump on April 6 about the CIA’s belief that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was likely not responsible for the lethal poison-gas incident in northern Syria two days earlier — and thus … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — Former CIA Director Leon Panetta : “President Must Build ‘Loyalty’ With Intel Community”

Posted on February 20, 2019 by L

“Obviously, it’s not a good situation. Because there is a lack of trust between the president and the intelligence community, and between the intelligence community and the president. And, you know, every time he demeans the intelligence community or accuses … Continue reading →

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One Year Ago — US Secretary of Defense James Mattis: “No Evidence Assad Used Poison Gas on His People”

Posted on February 11, 2019 by L

“I have personally reviewed the intelligence and there is no doubt the Syrian regime is responsible for the decision to attack and for the attack itself.” US Secretary of Defense James Mattis (April 2017) “We have other reports from the … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — Saudi Crown Prince Awarded the CIA George Tenet Medal of Honor

Posted on February 11, 2019 by L

“Our relationship with the United States is historic and strategic. Any attempts to undermine that will falter.” Crown Prince Mohammed bin Nayef January 11 2017 — On Friday (February 10 2017), CIA Director Mike Pompeo honoured the Saudi Crown Prince … Continue reading →

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One Year Ago — Russia Intelligence Chiefs Visit Washington to Meet American Spooks

Posted on February 2, 2019 by L

“Sergey Naryshkin was here [in the United States]. He held consultations with his counterparts. Joint struggle against terrorism was discussed. We maintained contact in 2014 during the Sochi Olympics. Of course, we consider joint work this year, during the FIFA … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — Gina Haspel Selected to be Deputy Director of CIA

Posted on February 2, 2019 by L

“Gina is an exemplary intelligence officer and a devoted patriot who brings more than 30 years of Agency experience to the job. She is also a proven leader with an uncanny ability to get things done and to inspire those … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — WHITE HOUSE : “CIA Is Back to the National Security Council”

Posted on January 31, 2019 by L

“Bannon’s role is a radical departure from any National Security Council in history.” Senator John McCain (R-Ariz.) January 31 2017 — On Monday, White House spokesman Sean Spicer said that the CIA will be added to the National Security Council. Follow … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — CIA Torture Whistleblower John Kiriakou Responds To President Trump

Posted on January 28, 2019 by L

“This is not something you can do without legal support, congressional support and public support, and that support does not exist.” John McLaughlin — Deputy CIA Director “Torture is the weapon of the bully, the coward and the fool, and … Continue reading →

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Biography — CIA Director Mike Pompeo (January 23, 2017 – April 26, 2018)

Posted on January 26, 2019 by L

“After many weeks of anticipation, I am eager to join you, energized by the prospect of what we will achieve together.” CIA Director Mike Pompeo (January 24 2017) Mike Pompeo was sworn in January 23 2017 as Director of the … Continue reading →

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Two Years Ago — Obama’s Crackdown on National Security Leaks

Posted on January 19, 2019 by L

“Leaks related to national security can put people at risk. They can put men and women in uniform that I’ve sent into the battlefield at risk. I don’t think the American people would expect me, as commander in chief, not … Continue reading →

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