Chris Piehota on How Politics Took Over the FBI
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Release Date: 02/03/2025
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Episode Highlights:
• How the FBI became a political entity rather than an impartial law enforcement agency.
• The battle between national security, intelligence gathering, and the preservation of civil liberties.
• What reforms are needed to depoliticize the FBI and restore public trust.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the FBI's Evolution
03:44 Post-9/11 Transformation of the FBI
06:20 Political Influence and Leadership Challenges
09:33 Cultural Shifts in FBI Recruitment
12:36 The Impact of Ideology on Investigations
15:27 Threats Facing the United States
18:30 The Role of Cartels and Domestic Extremism
21:30 Future of the FBI and Leadership Changes
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