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Russiagate Source Exposed? Clinton, Obama Intel Officials, and Ratcliffe's Tease

The HillJuly 28, 20259 min38,488 views
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Ratcliffe Backs Claims on Russiagate Origins

  • 🎯 CIA Director John Ratcliffe is supporting claims that the origins of "Russiagate" can be traced back to intelligence officials under former President Obama.
  • πŸ’‘ Ratcliffe suggests that these officials, including James Comey, John Brennan, and James Clapper, were directed to reach stronger conclusions about Russia's election impact, despite knowing there was no hacking.
  • πŸ“Œ Ratcliffe also stated that Hillary Clinton was involved, alleging a plan to amplify fake Russia collusion claims and bury the truth.

Hillary Clinton's Alleged Role and Continued Claims

  • πŸ” Ratcliffe's interview is described as a "teaser trailer" for a forthcoming report on Clinton's involvement.
  • 🎀 Hillary Clinton is quoted from a 2020 podcast, still asserting that Trump's victory was illegitimate and that he sought foreign help.
  • πŸ—£οΈ The speaker argues that Clinton is entitled to be a "sore loser" but questions whether fake intelligence about Russia, pushed by her team, should be known by the American people.

Debate on Election Interference and Definitions

  • βš–οΈ The discussion touches on the definition of "coup" and "treason," contrasting it with actions taken by Obama towards Trump.
  • ❓ It's debated whether Democrats looking into Russian interference were doing too much or if it was a necessary investigation.
  • 🚫 The transcript clarifies that the concern was not about tampering with voting boxes, but about Russian infiltration of systems and social media campaigns to sway voters.

Criticism of "Teasing" and Overpromising

  • πŸ“’ There's frustration with promises of upcoming revelations, comparing it to the Epstein file situation, with a call to simply release and declassify information.
  • ⏳ The speaker notes that reviewing old files and calling them "breaking news" is tiresome, especially when conclusions about sabotaging ballot boxes were never reached.
  • πŸ’‘ The media is criticized for furthering narratives, with a specific mention of an old New Yorker article.

Future Topics on Rising

  • βš–οΈ The show will also cover Congressman Roana and Thomas Massie discussing whether Glenn Maxwell should receive a pardon for testimony on Epstein.
  • ✈️ Additionally, the cost of renovating a plane donated by Qatar to the Pentagon will be discussed.
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