As I'm sure many of you have now seen, they have come for Russell Brand. Rather serious allegations of rape and other improprieties.
They actually started gunning for him a while ago. And the more popular he got, the harder they came after him.
There was a March piece detailing how he "fell out of favour" with the left. It's pretty telling. Once you go after their sacred cows - Hillary Clinton (no pun intended, but funny is funny), Fauci, the jab, big pharma, big military - they send in their preverbal assassins. If they can't assassinate you literally (the JFK cover-up might have been more work than they planned), they will do it through law-fare or through hit-piece character assassination.
The gist of the accusations against Russell are 4 women who came forward - but only after journalists approached them to do so - and allege everything from psychological abuse to literal rape dating back to 2006.
One of the accusers in particular alleges she was raped, went to the hospital to get a rape kit (medical records allegedly confirm it), and then sought therapy (also allegedly confirmed by medical records).
If we are playing devil's advocate - or merely thinking critically and assessing the situation objectively - the woman who claims rape confirmed that they had consensual sex in the past, but that Russell was pressuring her not to use a condom then. The incident that she claims was rape was sex (allegedly non-consensual) but also without a condom. One can easily imagine Russell's defense - it was consensual like the prior occasions, but consensually without a condom - a decision the woman clearly regretted (evidenced by text messages and Russell's know sex history).
"Stealthing" (engaging in consensual sex but non-consensually without / removing a condom) is a crime in some jurisdictions - including England from what I understand. So the allegation is serious. And given Russell's admitted sex addition, the allegations are not unbelievable on their face.
Was the sex totally consensual, and the story a total revisionist fabrication at the request / pressure of journalists and media?
Was the sex consensual, but the condom removal / absence of a condom non-consensual?
Was it rape, pure and simple? (Again, from what I understand, there is no statute of limitations on rape in England, so a serious legal issue for Russell).
The problem is that we will likely never know. And it won't make a difference because once the accusations are made, as the metaphor goes, the feathers of the torn pillow have been released and there is no putting them back.
The other problem is that we are not dealing with a Brett Kavanaugh type either. Russell is not a judge with an otherwise unblemished past. He is an admitted (and purportedly recovered) drug addict and sex addict. He has been very open about his struggles for sobriety and fighting addiction. And now, his honesty will be the sharpest tool in the arsenal to be used against him by those intent on taking him down, truth be damned. When the accusations of conspiracy theory peddling did nothing, the Matrix reverts to its go-to: Allegations of sexual misconduct.
Are the allegations against Russell Brand true? No one will ever know except Russell and the accusers. And even then, I'm not so certain. Revisionist memory can retroactively fabricate victimhood where there was no victimization. And it can retroactively fabricate innocence where there was in fact culpability. As I have always said, the easiest person in the world to lie to is yourself - for good and for bad.
The broader picture here is the obvious: If false, it's a dirty smear campaign that will probably work given Russell's past (though he has had a massive surge in followers on both Twitter and YouTube since the story broke. Whether that's because no one believes the media, or because people want to witness the car wreck, we can't be sure)…archive.ph/rwaof
But even if true, the "left"... the "uni-party", the fake news MSM, the entire entertainment industry - whatever you want to call it - had to have known about it all along and kept the dirty secret to themselves until such time as they saw Russell as an ideological adversary. They tolerate the abuse so long as politics are aligned, then exploit the victims for political profit when politics diverge. It's their modus operandi, in Hollywood and in politics.
What do I think? I have not doubt Russell did things that he deeply regrets. Thing that were indeed exploitive. Opportunistic. Disrespectful. Callous. Totally degenerate. He was quite open about it in his book. And I have no doubt he has sought to make amends to the extent possible, as per the 12 steps of recovery.
Do I believe he committed bona fide sex crimes? No, though I will never know for certain. Do I believe this because I have a soft spot / bias for Russell? Perhaps. I am susceptible of bias / motivated reasoning as well.
But with that self-doubt in mind, my scepticism of the allegations stems not so much from my propensity to want to like Russell for the good he is doing now, but more so because of the passage of time between the alleged acts and the accusations. I appreciate all the arguments for why alleged victims are slow to come forward. But there is an inherent unfairness for all in waiting too long, when innocence can effectively never be proven, and the shroud of guilt will always remain given the mere existence of the allegations.
I am also deeply sceptical of the politically convenient time for the accusations in the broader context of the attempts to take Russell Brand down for good, for once and for all. One attempt after another over the course of years, all to no avail. And then this.
Am I right or wrong, only the divine can know. And the doubts will always linger regardless. Which I have no doubt is part of the plan.
My deep thoughts.
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1/6: This is the first X "thread" I've ever done, and I'm only doing it to showcase the work of @IncryptechLLC in our Locals community. You can reach him at incryptus@incryptech.com for more info.
He developed an AI algorithm (or something like that) do process immense bodies of documentation to make it digestible. Like the Subcommittee Report on the Weaponization of the Federal Government.
His AI reviewed and summarized rhe 17,000 page document and provided this condensed summary of the key findings as relates to the key players and the against them. IT IS MIND-BLOWING!
Enjoy. Please read and share.
----- 1. David Weiss
Total Potential Penalty: 25 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Delaying Prosecution of Hunter Biden:
Incident: Allegedly slowed investigations and failed to bring timely charges against Hunter Biden for potential tax evasion and firearms violations despite evidence of wrongdoing.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).Explanation: As U.S. Attorney for Delaware, Weiss had the authority to pursue these charges but delayed and sought special counsel authority, which critics allege was a move to obscure inaction.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Obstruction of Justice:
Incident: Allegedly tampered with or blocked investigations into Hunter Biden’s financial dealings, including international activities with potential links to influence peddling.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1512 (Tampering with a Witness, Victim, or an Informant).Explanation: Weiss is accused of preventing investigators from pursuing key leads or interviewing witnesses who could implicate high-profile individuals.
Penalties: Up to 20 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: American taxpayers, who rely on impartial justice and accountability for federal crimes.
Impact: Undermined public trust in the Department of Justice (DOJ) by allegedly providing preferential treatment to a politically connected individual. This has fueled public perceptions of a two-tiered justice system, eroding confidence in fair law enforcement. 2. Lisa Monaco
Total Potential Penalty: 25 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Mismanagement of DOJ Investigations:
Incident: Allegedly used her position as Deputy Attorney General to suppress or interfere with investigations into politically sensitive matters, including the Hunter Biden case.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).Explanation: Monaco is alleged to have coordinated or directed DOJ staff to stall or limit investigations involving politically connected individuals.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Obstruction of Justice:
Incident: Allegedly directed DOJ officials to withhold or obscure evidence during high-profile investigations.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1512 (Tampering with a Witness, Victim, or an Informant).Explanation: Suppressing whistleblower testimony or documentation that could expose wrongdoing.
Penalties: Up to 20 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Federal whistleblowers and the American public, whose faith in the justice system is compromised.
Impact: These actions allegedly prioritized political objectives over impartial enforcement of the law, further entrenching a culture of favoritism within the DOJ. 3. Hillary Clinton
Total Potential Penalty: 20 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Mishandling Classified Information:
Incident: As Secretary of State, Clinton used a private email server to conduct official government business, which included transmitting classified information.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 793 (Gathering, Transmitting, or Losing Defense Information).Explanation: Mishandling sensitive government communications, including classified intelligence, by storing it on an unsecured server, potentially exposing national secrets to unauthorized access.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Obstruction of Justice:
Incident: Allegedly directed the deletion of thousands of emails after they were subpoenaed during the investigation into her email practices.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1519 (Destruction, Alteration, or Falsification of Records in Federal Investigations).Explanation: Deleting or destroying emails to avoid scrutiny and potential evidence exposure.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: U.S. intelligence agencies and the American public, who were potentially exposed to security risks.
Impact: Compromised national security and eroded public trust in accountability for high-ranking officials.
4. Merrick Garland
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Interference in DOJ Investigations:
Incident: Allegedly influenced investigations into politically sensitive matters, including cases involving Hunter Biden and election-related inquiries.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees).Explanation: Actions or directives designed to limit or terminate investigations into politically charged matters.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Suppression of Whistleblower Testimony:
Incident: Prevented whistleblowers from testifying or retaliated against them for exposing misconduct.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Conspired to suppress testimony or punish individuals attempting to expose wrongdoing.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: DOJ whistleblowers and federal investigators stymied by suppressed testimony.
Impact: Damaged the credibility of the DOJ as a neutral enforcer of the law, furthering perceptions of a politically driven agenda. 5. Jen Easterly
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Censorship of Political Speech:
Incident: Used her role as CISA director to coordinate with social media companies to suppress posts deemed "misinformation," including lawful speech.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Colluded with private entities to violate Americans’ First Amendment rights by suppressing lawful political speech.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Relocation of Censorship Operations:
Incident: Moved censorship activities to non-profits funded by CISA after federal lawsuits arose, in an attempt to evade legal scrutiny.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).Explanation: Shifted activities to external entities to circumvent legal restrictions and public accountability.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Social media users and American citizens, whose rights to free speech were undermined.
Impact: Strengthened the narrative of governmental overreach and censorship, significantly damaging public trust in institutions. 6. Mark Zuckerberg
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Collusion with Federal Agencies to Suppress Political Speech:
Incident: Zuckerberg admitted that Facebook suppressed the Hunter Biden laptop story following pressure from the FBI. This suppression took place during the 2020 election, under the guise of addressing potential “Russian disinformation.”
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Participated in an agreement with federal agencies to suppress free speech by demoting a news story on Facebook that was lawful and of significant public interest.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Providing False or Misleading Testimony to Congress:
Incident: Zuckerberg’s testimony regarding Facebook’s actions in content moderation contained inaccuracies or omissions about the extent of the government’s influence on Facebook policies.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).Explanation: Willfully provided misleading statements to Congress about Facebook’s role in suppressing lawful political discourse.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Facebook users, the broader American public, and the democratic process.
Impact: Undermined public trust in free and fair elections by suppressing information critical to voters’ decision-making, further damaging trust in major tech platforms’ neutrality. 7. Hunter Biden
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Tax Evasion and Money Laundering:
Incident: Failed to report significant income derived from foreign business dealings, including funds received from entities in China and Ukraine, and structured transactions to avoid detection.
Specific Crime: 26 U.S.C. § 7201 (Attempt to Evade or Defeat Tax).Explanation: Evaded paying taxes on income from overseas business deals by using shell corporations and false reporting.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000 per offense.
2. False Statements on Federal Firearms Application:
Incident: Provided false information on ATF Form 4473 to purchase a firearm, failing to disclose his history of drug abuse.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 922(a)(6) (False Statements in Acquisition of Firearms).Explanation: Lied about drug use while purchasing a firearm, violating federal law.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: The American taxpayer, law-abiding firearm purchasers, and financial institutions.
Impact: Eroded public confidence in the fairness of federal law enforcement and tax regulations, fueling concerns about unequal application of justice.
8. Andrew McCabe
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Leaking Classified Information:
Incident: Allegedly leaked sensitive information about the FBI’s Clinton Foundation investigation to the media without authorization.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 793 (Gathering, Transmitting, or Losing Defense Information).Explanation: Improperly shared classified or sensitive information with reporters to influence public perception of ongoing investigations.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Lying to Federal Investigators:
Incident: Provided false statements under oath to the DOJ Inspector General regarding his role in the leaks.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).Explanation: Misrepresented facts during an official investigation, obstructing accountability efforts.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: FBI personnel, whistleblowers, and the American public.
Impact: Diminished trust in the FBI’s impartiality and fostered a perception of corruption within federal law enforcement.
2/6: 9. Bruce Ohr
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Collusion with Foreign Entities:
Incident: Maintained unauthorized contact with Christopher Steele, a former British intelligence officer, during the production of the discredited Steele Dossier.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 951 (Acting as an Agent of a Foreign Government Without Notification).Explanation: Engaged in activities that furthered foreign interests without proper authorization or disclosure to DOJ superiors.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Failure to Disclose Conflicts of Interest:
Incident: Did not disclose his wife Nellie Ohr’s employment with Fusion GPS, the firm behind the Steele Dossier, while providing information to federal investigators.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 208 (Acts Affecting a Personal Financial Interest).Explanation: Violated federal ethics laws by failing to disclose financial conflicts while working on related investigations.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: The integrity of the U.S. intelligence community and Americans subjected to investigations based on flawed information.
Impact: Contributed to the erosion of public trust in intelligence and justice systems due to perceived partisanship. 10. Rod Rosenstein
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Abuse of Authority in Overseeing Investigations:
Incident: Allegedly allowed the continuation of investigations based on questionable evidence, including FISA warrant applications containing inaccuracies.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law).Explanation: Authorized surveillance of American citizens based on improperly vetted information, violating Fourth Amendment protections.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Obstruction of Justice:
Incident: Allegedly withheld or delayed disclosure of documents to Congress related to the origins of the Russia investigation.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees).Explanation: Intentionally obstructed Congressional oversight efforts.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: U.S. citizens subject to surveillance and Congress attempting to fulfill its oversight responsibilities.
Impact: Undermined public trust in the DOJ’s integrity and fueled bipartisan criticism of federal law enforcement. 11. Sally Yates
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Abuse of Authority in Approving FISA Applications:
Incident: As Deputy Attorney General, Yates signed off on FISA warrant applications targeting Carter Page, despite questions about the credibility of the Steele Dossier as supporting evidence.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law).Explanation: Allowed surveillance of an American citizen without sufficient evidence, violating constitutional protections.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Obstruction of Justice:
Incident: Allegedly withheld critical information from investigators and Congress about the DOJ’s role in advancing the Russia investigation.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees).Explanation: Intentionally obstructed lawful oversight by Congress.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Carter Page and other American citizens improperly subjected to surveillance; Congress and the public.
Impact: Eroded public trust in the DOJ and FBI, creating widespread concerns about the abuse of intelligence tools for political purposes.
12. John Brennan
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Misuse of CIA Resources to Influence Domestic Affairs:
Incident: Brennan allegedly directed CIA personnel to engage in activities designed to influence domestic narratives, particularly during the Russia investigation.
Specific Crime: 50 U.S.C. § 3036 (CIA Restrictions on Domestic Operations).Explanation: Used intelligence resources to indirectly affect domestic political debates, violating prohibitions on CIA involvement in domestic affairs.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Perjury Before Congress:
Incident: Brennan provided inaccurate testimony regarding the CIA’s role in investigating connections between the Trump campaign and Russia.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1621 (Perjury).Explanation: Deliberately misrepresented facts during sworn Congressional testimony.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: American citizens targeted or misled by intelligence operations and Congress’s oversight functions.
Impact: Undermined public confidence in the CIA’s neutrality and contributed to perceptions of politicized intelligence operations. 13. Eric Holder
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Obstruction of Congressional Oversight (Operation Fast and Furious):
Incident: Refused to provide key documents related to the botched gun-running operation known as "Fast and Furious," impeding Congress’s investigation.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1505 (Obstruction of Proceedings Before Departments, Agencies, and Committees).Explanation: Willfully obstructed a Congressional inquiry by withholding information critical to their investigation.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Selective Enforcement of Federal Laws:
Incident: Directed DOJ enforcement priorities to favor political allies or target political adversaries, effectively weaponizing the DOJ.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law).Explanation: Used his authority to selectively enforce laws in a way that disadvantaged specific groups or individuals.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Whistleblowers, law enforcement agents, and Congress’s oversight mechanisms.
Impact: Undermined the credibility of federal law enforcement and reinforced concerns of politicized justice. 14. Andrew Weissmann
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Misuse of Prosecutorial Authority:
Incident: Allegedly pursued politically motivated investigations, including aggressive tactics against associates of President Trump during the Mueller investigation.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Used prosecutorial discretion in a biased manner, depriving individuals of fair treatment under the law.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Suppression of Exculpatory Evidence:
Incident: Allegedly withheld key evidence from defense teams during high-profile cases, violating due process.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1512 (Tampering with Evidence).Explanation: Willfully obstructed justice by preventing the defense from accessing information that could affect trial outcomes.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Defendants subjected to politically motivated investigations or unfair trials.
Impact: Reinforced concerns about weaponized investigations and prosecutorial misconduct. 15. James Comey
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Leaking Classified Information:
Incident: Shared sensitive memos containing classified information about meetings with President Trump to influence public opinion and investigations.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 793 (Gathering, Transmitting, or Losing Defense Information).Explanation: Mishandling and disseminating classified information for personal or political gain.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Misrepresentation to FISA Court:
Incident: Approved applications for FISA warrants based on unverified or misleading information, including claims from the Steele Dossier.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 242 (Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law).Explanation: Authorized surveillance of U.S. citizens under false pretenses, violating constitutional protections.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: President Trump, Carter Page, and the American public.
Impact: Undermined the public’s faith in the FBI’s impartiality and fueled concerns about surveillance abuses.
16. Jack Dorsey
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Suppression of Free Speech on Twitter:
Incident: As CEO of Twitter, Dorsey oversaw decisions to suppress content critical of federal COVID-19 policies, the Hunter Biden laptop story, and election integrity concerns. Allegedly coordinated with federal agencies to restrict lawful content.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Conspired with government officials to deprive Americans of their First Amendment rights by censoring lawful speech on a private platform under government direction.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Providing False or Misleading Information to Congress:
Incident: Testified before Congress that Twitter did not engage in politically motivated censorship, despite internal documents showing otherwise.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).Explanation: Willfully provided false or incomplete testimony to Congress about Twitter’s moderation practices and government involvement.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Social media users, American voters, and the public, whose access to information was unfairly limited.
Impact: Significantly undermined public trust in social media platforms and fueled concerns about governmental overreach into private industry. 17. Rochelle Walensky
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Disseminating False or Misleading Public Health Information:
Incident: As CDC Director, Walensky made public statements about COVID-19 vaccine efficacy, masking policies, and other pandemic measures that later proved to be inaccurate. These statements influenced major policy decisions and public behavior.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).Explanation: Provided misleading information in her capacity as a federal official, affecting public trust and compliance with health measures.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Suppression of Alternative Scientific Opinions:
Incident: Advocated for and coordinated with platforms to censor dissenting opinions on pandemic-related policies, including views from medical professionals and researchers.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Worked with third-party platforms to restrict lawful speech, violating First Amendment protections.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: American citizens who relied on accurate public health information and medical professionals silenced for their dissent.
Impact: Fostered mistrust in public health institutions, led to questionable policy decisions, and suppressed vital scientific debate.
3/6 18. Nina Jankowicz
Total Potential Penalty: 15 years imprisonment and $500,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Advocating for Government-Supported Censorship:
Incident: As head of the short-lived Disinformation Governance Board, Jankowicz allegedly pushed for federal oversight of online content, effectively supporting governmental control over speech.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Participated in efforts to deprive Americans of their First Amendment rights through coordinated censorship of online narratives.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Suppression of Lawful Speech Under the Guise of Combating Disinformation:
Incident: Encouraged suppression of political opinions and lawful content by labeling them as disinformation, particularly concerning elections and pandemic policies.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).Explanation: Used her position to influence private platforms and federal agencies to act against lawful free speech.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Social media users, independent journalists, and political commentators.
Impact: Amplified concerns about government interference in free speech and highlighted risks associated with centralized control over information. 19. James Baker
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Collusion to Suppress Information:
Incident: As Twitter’s former Deputy General Counsel, Baker played a key role in advising Twitter to suppress the Hunter Biden laptop story, allegedly under FBI influence.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Conspired with federal agencies and private entities to deprive citizens of their First Amendment rights by suppressing lawful speech.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: American voters who were denied access to critical information before the 2020 election.
Impact: Furthered public skepticism of Big Tech’s neutrality and raised concerns about undue influence by federal agencies. 20. Michael Regan
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Suppression of Dissenting Environmental Narratives:
Incident: As EPA Administrator, Regan allegedly directed efforts to silence critics of the administration’s environmental policies, including dissenting views on climate change measures.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Worked with third-party organizations and federal resources to restrict lawful speech critical of environmental initiatives.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Environmental scientists, independent researchers, and the public, who were denied access to a balanced debate on critical policies.
Impact: Contributed to polarized environmental discussions and undermined confidence in the EPA’s role as an impartial regulatory body. 21. Antony Blinken
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Suppression of Dissenting Foreign Policy Narratives:
Incident: As Secretary of State, Blinken allegedly directed efforts to stifle dissenting narratives on foreign policy issues, including controversial withdrawal plans and international engagements. Blinken is accused of leveraging diplomatic influence to suppress reporting critical of U.S. foreign policy, particularly related to Afghanistan and Ukraine.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Coordinated with agencies and private actors to suppress lawful public discourse on key foreign policy matters, violating First Amendment protections.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Journalists, policymakers, and citizens affected by limited access to truthful and diverse perspectives on foreign affairs.
Impact: Eroded public trust in the State Department’s transparency and neutrality, exacerbating skepticism about U.S. foreign policy motives. 22. Susan Rice
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did:
1. Coordination to Suppress Criticism of Administration Policies:
Incident: As a senior domestic policy advisor, Rice allegedly used her position to coordinate interagency efforts aimed at limiting critical narratives on federal policy decisions, including immigration reform and racial justice initiatives.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Directed federal agencies to prioritize censorship of narratives seen as politically inconvenient, limiting lawful public debate.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Independent journalists and critics of government policies.
Impact: Undermined democratic discourse and contributed to public concerns about governmental overreach into private speech. 23. Alejandro Mayorkas
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did:
1. Mismanagement and Misuse of Federal Resources for Censorship:
Incident: As Secretary of Homeland Security, Mayorkas oversaw efforts within the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to engage in censorship activities disguised as efforts to combat “misinformation.” He allegedly coordinated these actions with private platforms, targeting lawful content related to elections and pandemic policies.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Used his authority to engage in activities that infringed upon Americans’ constitutional rights, including freedom of speech and information access.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Social media users, independent content creators, and voters.
Impact: Strengthened public perceptions of DHS’s politicization and deepened distrust in federal agencies’ ability to act impartially. 24. Neera Tanden
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What She Allegedly Did: 1. Suppression of Opposition Voices Through Policy Recommendations:
Incident: As a senior policy advisor, Tanden allegedly used her role to recommend and support initiatives that limited dissent against administration policies, including healthcare reforms and federal budget allocations.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Participated in coordinated efforts to stifle legitimate dissent by leveraging policy tools to control public narratives.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Political opponents, independent journalists, and advocates of alternative policy perspectives.
Impact: Undermined trust in the impartiality of federal policymaking processes and reduced public faith in the government’s commitment to open debate. 25. Jake Sullivan
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Orchestrating the Suppression of Information Critical of Foreign Policy Decisions:
Incident: As National Security Advisor, Sullivan is accused of using his role to coordinate suppression of dissenting opinions on foreign policy, including withdrawal from Afghanistan and U.S. military aid to Ukraine. Allegations include suppressing whistleblower disclosures that contradicted official narratives.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Engaged in coordinated actions to silence lawful speech and prevent the dissemination of truthful information critical of U.S. policies.
Penalties: Up to 10 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: U.S. military personnel, foreign policy analysts, and the American public, denied access to critical information about significant national security decisions.
Impact: Reduced transparency in national security policymaking and fueled concerns about the integrity of U.S. foreign policy strategies.
26. James Clapper
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Perjury Before Congress:
Incident: As the former Director of National Intelligence (DNI), Clapper testified before Congress in 2013 that the National Security Agency (NSA) did not collect data on millions of Americans. Subsequent revelations by whistleblower Edward Snowden proved this statement to be false.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1621 (Perjury).Explanation: Intentionally provided false testimony under oath during Congressional hearings, misleading elected officials and the public about mass surveillance practices.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Misuse of Intelligence Resources for Political Objectives:
Incident: Clapper allegedly used his role to influence public opinion on intelligence-related matters, including providing questionable analysis regarding Russian interference in U.S. elections to bolster a specific narrative.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 241 (Conspiracy Against Rights).Explanation: Engaged in activities that may have deprived Americans of accurate information on election integrity issues.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: Members of Congress, the American public, and individuals surveilled without their knowledge.
Impact: Significantly undermined public trust in the intelligence community and raised concerns about overreach and dishonesty at the highest levels of government. 27. Mark Polymeropoulos
Total Potential Penalty: 10 years imprisonment and $250,000 in fines
What He Allegedly Did: 1. Facilitation of Foreign Misinformation Campaigns:
Incident: Allegedly collaborated with foreign actors or organizations to craft disinformation campaigns targeting U.S. elections, under the guise of monitoring influence operations.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 371 (Conspiracy to Defraud the United States).Explanation: Actively participated in misinformation initiatives that disrupted election processes or misled the public.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
2. Failure to Disclose Foreign Contacts:
Incident: As a former CIA officer, Polymeropoulos allegedly failed to disclose significant foreign interactions during his post-service advocacy work, violating federal ethics and transparency requirements.
Specific Crime: 18 U.S.C. § 1001 (False Statements).Explanation: Made false or misleading disclosures during routine government inquiries.
Penalties: Up to 5 years imprisonment and fines up to $250,000.
Potential Victims and Impact:
Victims: The integrity of U.S. elections and public perception of unbiased intelligence analysis.
Impact: Exacerbated fears of foreign interference and domestic complicity, undermining public trust in intelligence operations.
In summation: the Colorado Supreme Court declared Trump should not be included on the primary ballot, but stayed their own court order pending an appeal to the Supreme Court, which will inevitably happen, which will stay their ridiculous court order indefinitely.
So Trump will be on the ballot, but they get to issue a judgement that will make headlines for the next few months. And if they are lucky, will enrage some people sufficiently to do something stupid that the media can then run with as well.
I think we will soon find out how Sam Bankman-Fried’s mother’s “Mind the Gap” went from funnelling $20 million to Democrats in 2020, to funnelling $140 million to Democrats in 2022.