Tag Archives: President Donald Trump

Former CIA Director : “I failed to fully think through the negative backlash generated by going political.”

Posted on December 18, 2017 by L

“In everything one must consider the end.” Jean De la Fontaine — French poet (1621 – 1695) “In August of 2016, I became political, when I endorsed Hillary Clinton with an op-ed in The New York Times. (…) I was … Continue reading →

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One Year Ago — TRUMP: “Second Amendment People” Could Stop Clinton!

Posted on August 13, 2017 by L

“If she [Hillary Clinton] gets to pick her judges, nothing you can do [about your right to bear arms], folks. Although the Second Amendment people — maybe there is, I don’t know.” Donald Trump What are we supposed to make of this … Continue reading →

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Libya without Gaddafi: After 5 Years of Turmoil, a new US Policy?

Posted on July 14, 2017 by L

“There is some concern that ISIS could use Libya as a springboard to go into Europe.” Michael Maloof — Former Pentagon Official More than five years ago, Libya’s ex-leader Colonel Muammar Gaddafi was killed by the rebels who pinpointed him … Continue reading →

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Khan Sheikhoun — Trump Ignored US Intelligence

Posted on June 25, 2017 by L

“One reason for the Russian message to Washington about the intended target was to ensure that any CIA asset or informant who had managed to work his way into the jihadist leadership was forewarned not to attend the meeting. I … Continue reading →

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ZEMBLA — “The Dubious Friends of Donald Trump: The Russians”

Posted on June 14, 2017 by L

“I have nothing to do with Russia – no deals, no loans, no nothing!” Donald Trump “The Russians are alleged to be in possession of sensitive information about Trump. And that exposes Trump to blackmail.” Fake news? Follow us on … Continue reading →

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Meet Trump’s new Iran Man: CIA Michael D’Andrea

Posted on June 11, 2017 by L

“Michael D’Andrea has been revealed to be the Chief of the CIA’s Counter Terrorism Center for the last many years. He replaced Robert L. Grenier as head of CTC in 2006. He is well known as the originator of the … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — JUNE 9 2017

Posted on June 9, 2017 by L

Why printers add secret tracking dots — Christopher Wray: The white collar lawyer picked to head FBI — Trump’s attack on London mayor ‘indefensible’, says former CIA chief — The latest NSA leak is a reminder that your bosses can … Continue reading →

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Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Named Special Counsel for Russia Probe — UPDATE

Posted on June 1, 2017 by L

“It is in the public interest for me to exercise my authorities and appoint a special counsel to assume responsibility for this matter. My decision is not a finding that crimes have been committed or that any prosecution is warranted. … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — May 30 2017

Posted on May 30, 2017 by L

WannaCry ransom notice analysis suggests Chinese link — Was President Trump’s disclosure of classified intelligence to Russian officials legal? — Jared Kushner’s charmed life is about to come to a screeching halt — Turkish Foreign Minister accused European intelligence agencies of … Continue reading →

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Israel Modifies Sharing Intelligence Protocol with US after Trump’s Leak

Posted on May 28, 2017 by L

“Intelligence cooperation [with the US] is terrific. It’s never been better.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Israel says it has changed its intelligence-sharing protocols with the United States after President Donald Trump disclosed classified information to Russian diplomats earlier this … Continue reading →

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