Podcast Summary
Dan shares a personal story about attending his grandmother's funeral and thanks listeners for their support: Dan expresses gratitude to his audience, shares a personal story, and promises a thought-provoking show on various news topics including impeachment, Spygate, and the 2020 election, while endorsing Quip for dental care.
Dan Bongino, the host of his eponymous show, expressed his gratitude to his audience for their support during a difficult week. He shared a personal story about attending his grandmother's funeral and was touched by the outpouring of condolences and well-wishes from listeners. The show promises to deliver insights connecting various news topics, including the impeachment hoax, Spygate hoax, and the 2020 election. Dan also endorsed Quip, a dental care company, emphasizing the importance of good dental care habits for maintaining good oral health. Overall, Dan expressed his appreciation for his audience and promised a thought-provoking show.
Biden family's dealings in Ukraine: Speaker suggests a fake whistleblower claim was used to distract from the real scandal involving the Biden family's dealings in Ukraine during Joe Biden's Vice Presidency. Allegations of White House involvement during the Obama administration were also uncovered.
The discussion revolves around the allegations of a fake whistleblower and potential quid pro quo involving the Biden family and Ukraine. The speaker suggests that the whistleblower's claim of Trump's wrongdoing was a distraction from the real scandal, which involves the Bidens and their dealings in Ukraine during Joe Biden's tenure as Vice President. The speaker also mentions that the whistleblower may have been involved in the real scandal and created the fake claim to cover it up. Additionally, the speaker praises Laura Ingraham and her team for uncovering emails that allegedly show White House involvement in the situation during the Obama administration. The overall tone of the discussion is critical of the Biden family and the Democratic Party.
White House meeting over Hunter Biden's Ukrainian business ties: During the 2016 election, Ukrainian officials met with the White House to discuss concerns about Hunter Biden's role in Burisma Holdings, potentially addressing complications amidst Obama's support for Biden's candidacy, possibly linking to broader Democratic-foreign collusion scandals.
During the 2016 presidential election, Ukrainian officials had a White House meeting to discuss concerns about Hunter Biden's position with Burisma Holdings in Ukraine. Emails uncovered by Laura Ingraham's team suggest that this meeting may have been an attempt to address potential complications arising from Biden's involvement with the company. This meeting occurred at a time when the Obama administration was actively supporting Biden's candidacy for the presidency. The significance of this meeting lies in its potential connection to the broader scandal involving alleged collusion between Democrats and foreign officials to influence the election. The individuals involved in this scandal are interconnected, as revealed in previous investigations into Spygate, Muellergate, and Ukraine gate.
Ukrainian officials' connections to Democratic Party revealed: The impeachment process uncovered links between Ukrainian officials and a Democratic operative, raising questions about potential foreign collusion and the need for impartial reporting.
The impeachment process surrounding President Trump's dealings with Ukraine has revealed a complex web of connections between Ukrainian officials and individuals associated with the Democratic Party. The whistleblower, who checked several Ukrainian officials into the White House, has been banned from YouTube for sharing this information. Among those checked in was a man named Teleshenko, who has been linked to an election interference scandal involving a Democratic operative named Alexandra Chalupa. Chalupa, who left the DNC to work full-time on gathering information against the Trump campaign, allegedly colluded with Ukrainian officials, including Teleshenko, to obtain damaging information. Despite the potential implications of these connections, the media has downplayed their significance, with some even celebrating the alleged foreign collusion due to the parties involved. Overall, this situation highlights the need for transparency and impartiality in the reporting of political news.
Whistleblower's connections add weight to allegations against President Trump: The whistleblower's firsthand knowledge and connections to key events and individuals lend credibility to his allegations against President Trump.
The so-called "fake whistleblower" who came forward with allegations against President Trump and his dealings with Ukraine, had firsthand knowledge of certain events due to checking individuals into the White House for meetings regarding the Burisma scandal involving Hunter Biden. This information was corroborated by reports from the Washington Examiner. Furthermore, the whistleblower himself was a guest at a State Department event with the Biden's, adding credibility to his claims. This information was previously reported but gained renewed relevance, emphasizing the importance of staying informed about past events and their potential impact on current situations. The significance of this discovery lies in the fact that the whistleblower's actions and connections add weight to the allegations, and underscore the importance of thorough and accurate reporting in journalism.
Possible connections between fake whistleblower and Schiff's staff: The fake whistleblower, who made an allegation against President Trump, had colleagues who joined Schiff's staff in the same month as the complaint, raising questions about timing and potential coordination.
There appear to be connections between the fake whistleblower who made an allegation against President Trump and individuals who have since worked for Democratic Congressman Adam Schiff. The fake whistleblower, who worked at the National Security Council, had colleagues, Abigail Grace and Sean Misko, leave the council and join Schiff's staff in the same month that the whistleblower complaint was lodged. This raises questions about the timing and potential coordination between the individuals involved. Additionally, the fake whistleblower had previously discussed removing Trump from office with an ally in 2017. These connections have not been widely reported in the media, but they add to the ongoing investigation into the origins of the whistleblower complaint and potential political motivations.
Whistleblower's Concerns about Trump Go Back to Early 2017: The whistleblower's concerns about President Trump's actions reportedly date back to early 2017, calling into question their motives and credibility, as the call at the center of the impeachment process didn't occur until 2019.
The alleged whistleblower who triggered the impeachment process against President Trump was reportedly discussing the possibility of removing Trump from office with a colleague as early as January 2017, just weeks after Trump took office. This raises questions about the whistleblower's credibility and motives, as the call with the Ukrainian president that he reportedly blew the whistle on did not occur until July 2019. The whistleblower and the colleague, Sean Misko, were both Obama administration holdovers working in the Trump White House on foreign policy and national security matters. Both reportedly expressed anger over Trump's new America first foreign policy, which was a significant departure from Obama's approach to international affairs. These revelations have fueled speculation that the impeachment process may be politically motivated.
Impeachment trial focuses on whistleblower's credibility: The impeachment trial is centered around the testimony of a whistleblower, raising concerns about potential biases and motives. Mistakes and misunderstandings have also occurred, adding complexity to the situation.
The ongoing impeachment trial against President Trump is centered around the testimony of a whistleblower, and there are concerns that this individual may have ulterior motives or be part of a larger effort to remove the President from office. Some believe this could be a "soft coup" or even "casual sedition." The questioning of the whistleblower's credibility and potential biases is a crucial aspect of the trial, as it could impact the outcome of the proceedings. Additionally, there have been mistakes made during the trial, such as misidentifying the state of origin of a congressman, and there have been misunderstandings regarding references made to movies and literature. Overall, the impeachment trial is a complex and evolving situation, and it is important for individuals to stay informed and consider multiple perspectives.
Impeachment hearings draw less public interest: Despite millions tuning in, many viewers are incidental and the Democrats' impeachment efforts face criticism as a poorly executed 'reality show'
The impeachment hearings against President Trump are not garnering the same level of public interest as past impeachments or major political events. While millions have tuned in, a significant portion of viewers are likely incidental, such as those stuck in airports or waiting in restaurants. The Democrats' efforts to remove the president from office have been criticized as a poorly executed "reality show," with Adam Schiff, the lead impeachment manager, drawing particular criticism for his performance. Meanwhile, small businesses facing HR issues can turn to Bambi for affordable and dedicated HR management services.
Pfizer warrants used to spy on Trump team deemed invalid: A court invalidated warrants used to investigate Trump campaign, raising questions about the Russia hoax and potential surveillance of innocent individuals.
The Pfizer warrants used to spy on the Trump team during the election, based on the Steele dossier and the Russia hoax, have been deemed invalid by the same court that approved them. This means that the entire Trump campaign could have been under surveillance based on an invalid warrant and false information. It's a huge deal because it raises serious questions about the legitimacy of the investigations into the Trump campaign and the basis for the Russia hoax narrative. The two-hop rule allows for surveillance to extend beyond the initial target, potentially ensnaring innocent individuals in the process. It's important to remember that being a foreign agent is not illegal, and the warrants require probable cause that the person is an agent of a foreign government in violation of a US law. The fact that this information has come to light during the impeachment hoax has caused it to be overshadowed, but it's a story that deserves attention and further investigation.
FBI's reliance on disputed dossier in Carter Page investigation: The FBI's use of the disputed Steele dossier to investigate Carter Page raised questions about the legitimacy of the entire investigation. A man's objection to free college for all illustrates the divisive nature of socialist policies.
During the investigation into Carter Page's alleged ties with Russia, the FBI relied heavily on the Steele dossier, which contained an allegation that Page was offered bribes in exchange for influencing U.S. foreign policy towards Russia. However, it was later revealed that there was no probable cause for this allegation, leading some to question the legitimacy of the entire investigation. Furthermore, during a conversation with Elizabeth Warren, a man expressed frustration over her proposal for free college for all, stating that he had worked hard to pay for his own children's education and now felt unfairly burdened by the prospect of funding others. This anecdote highlights the divisive nature of socialist policies and the potential backlash they may face.
Resurfaced Biden comment and Iowa county shift: During the 2020 election, Biden's comment about DACA recipients and the shift in Iowa's Howard County highlight the intricacy of the political landscape and the significance of minor details.
During the 2020 election updates, Joe Biden's comments about DACA recipients being more American than others resurfaced. This statement, which could be seen as a jab at legal Americans, received little attention due to the ongoing impeachment proceedings. Meanwhile, a Wall Street Journal article highlighted Howard County in Iowa, which swung from a significant Obama victory in 2008 and 2012 to a Trump victory in 2016. This shift could indicate potential problems for the Democrats in the upcoming election. While the article does not necessarily suggest a strong Trump support in the county, it does hint at dissatisfaction with the current administration and the Democratic Party. Overall, these two updates showcase the complexity of the political landscape and the importance of paying attention to seemingly minor details.
Support for Trump in rural and swing counties stronger than expected: Despite impeachment, Trump's approval ratings remain high in rural America. Loyalty to him is strong and he could gain support from Democratic blocs, posing a challenge for Democrats.
The support for President Trump in rural and swing counties is stronger than anticipated, with many people expressing their continued loyalty to him. Another significant finding is that impeachment is not a major concern for most people in these areas. If Trump maintains high approval ratings in rural America and makes inroads with traditionally Democratic voting blocs, it could bode poorly for the Democrats. Additionally, there have been developments in the investigation into the origins of the Russia probe, with the Carter Page warrants being declared invalid and former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe, who was involved in the spying on the Trump team, facing legal challenges over his firing. These events could potentially lead to accountability for those involved in the controversial investigation.
Dan shares his personal loss and gratitude: Listeners' support and kindness touched Dan during his difficult time, reminding us of the importance of community and empathy
Dan Bongino, the host of the Dan Bongino Show, shared some personal experiences during the podcast episode, expressing his grief over the loss of his grandmother and expressing gratitude for the support and kindness shown by his listeners. He encouraged listeners to subscribe to his show and thanked them for their heartfelt condolences and thoughtful gestures, such as sending flowers. The podcast also covered various topics, including politics and current events, but the emotional moment stood out as a meaningful connection between the host and his audience. Despite the tough time, Bongino expressed his appreciation for his listeners and promised to return on Monday with new content. The episode showcased the human side of the podcast host and underscored the importance of community support during difficult times.
