Rep. Steil - June 20th, Hour 2
Digest
John Solomon, a renowned investigative reporter and founder of Just the News.com, joins the show to discuss his recent groundbreaking reporting. He reveals that the FBI had been aware of Hunter Biden's laptop as early as March 2020, contradicting claims that it was Russian disinformation. Solomon also unveils a $120 million Ukrainian deal involving Hunter Biden and Burisma, a company under investigation for corruption. He highlights the FBI's involvement in the investigation and the fact that Hunter Biden was appointed to the board of Burisma despite lacking experience and being addicted to crack cocaine. Solomon further exposes the Biden administration's use of taxpayer dollars for partisan voter mobilization efforts, citing evidence of the Department of Education's involvement in registering voters on liberal college campuses and the Small Business Administration's partnership with the state of Michigan. He emphasizes the administration's refusal to provide strategic plans outlining these activities, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. The conversation also touches upon the potential consequences of a biased intelligence community and the impact of misinformation on elections. Solomon's revelations shed light on the ongoing investigations into Hunter Biden's business dealings and the Biden administration's actions, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest and the integrity of the electoral process.
Outlines
Introduction and The Deadline Series
This Chapter introduces Ben Natifafry, host of the history podcast The Last Archive, and announces a new series called The Deadline. The Deadline features six essays written and read by Jill LePore, a New Yorker writer, American historian, and founding host of The Last Archive. The essays cover topics ranging from the history of cryogenics to the Silicon Valley gospel of disruption. Ben also mentions that he interviews Jill after each essay, discussing her writing process and the themes of the essays. The series is available on various podcast platforms, including iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, and others.
John Solomon's Investigative Reporting
This Chapter focuses on John Solomon, founder and editor-in-chief of Just the News.com, and his recent investigative reporting. Solomon discusses three major exclusives he has broken in the past week. The first story involves the FBI's purging of agents with conservative views, a follow-up to a previous story he broke. The second story reveals that a Biden advisor had contact with Burisma during the height of the corruption probe, with emails backing up the claim. The third story unveils a $120 million Ukrainian deal involving Hunter Biden and Burisma, which the FBI knew about since 2016. Solomon emphasizes the significance of these revelations, particularly in light of the upcoming debate and the verification of the Hunter Biden laptop. He criticizes the FBI's actions in suppressing the laptop story and their involvement in the Burisma investigation. He also discusses the implications of these findings for the 2020 election and the potential for a revision of history.
Biden Administration's Voter Mobilization Scheme
This Chapter delves into the Biden administration's executive order on promoting access to voting and the subsequent investigation by the House Committee on Administration. Congressman Brian Style, chairman of the committee, discusses the administration's use of federal agency resources for partisan voter registration efforts. He highlights evidence of the Department of Education's involvement in registering students on liberal college campuses and the Small Business Administration's partnership with the state of Michigan. Style emphasizes the administration's refusal to provide strategic plans outlining these activities, raising concerns about transparency and accountability. He also discusses the potential consequences of this scheme for the 2024 election and the importance of shining a light on the administration's actions.
Keywords
John Solomon
John Solomon is a renowned American investigative reporter and author. He is the founder and editor-in-chief of Just the News.com, a news website known for its investigative journalism. Solomon has worked for various media outlets, including The Washington Post, The Associated Press, and The Hill. He is known for his in-depth reporting on political scandals and corruption, particularly in the areas of national security and foreign policy. His work has often been controversial, but he has also been praised for his investigative skills and his commitment to uncovering the truth. Solomon's recent reporting on Hunter Biden's business dealings and the Biden administration's actions has garnered significant attention and sparked debate.
Hunter Biden
Hunter Biden is the son of former Vice President and current President Joe Biden. He has been involved in various business ventures, some of which have been the subject of scrutiny and controversy. Hunter Biden's business dealings, particularly his involvement with Burisma Holdings, a Ukrainian energy company, have been a source of political debate and accusations of corruption. The authenticity of a laptop allegedly belonging to Hunter Biden, which contained information about his business activities, was a major point of contention during the 2020 presidential election. The laptop's contents have been the subject of ongoing investigations and have raised questions about potential conflicts of interest involving Joe Biden.
Burisma Holdings
Burisma Holdings is a Ukrainian natural gas company that has been at the center of political controversy. The company has been accused of corruption and has been investigated by Ukrainian authorities. Hunter Biden, the son of former Vice President Joe Biden, served on the board of Burisma Holdings from 2014 to 2019. His appointment to the board has been the subject of scrutiny and accusations of conflict of interest, particularly during Joe Biden's time as Vice President and his involvement in Ukrainian policy. The allegations of corruption and Hunter Biden's involvement with Burisma have been a major point of contention in American politics, particularly during the 2020 presidential election.
FBI
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is the primary investigative agency of the United States federal government. It is responsible for investigating federal crimes, protecting national security, and combating terrorism. The FBI has been involved in numerous high-profile investigations, including those involving corruption, organized crime, and cybercrime. The FBI's actions in relation to the Hunter Biden laptop and the Burisma investigation have been the subject of controversy and have raised questions about the agency's political neutrality and its role in shaping public discourse.
Just the News.com
Just the News.com is a news website founded by John Solomon, a renowned investigative reporter. The website is known for its focus on investigative journalism and its coverage of political scandals and corruption. Just the News.com has gained prominence for its reporting on the Hunter Biden laptop controversy and the Biden administration's actions. The website's investigative work has often been controversial, but it has also been praised for its commitment to uncovering the truth and holding powerful figures accountable.
Executive Order 14019
Executive Order 14019, issued by President Joe Biden, directs federal agencies to promote access to voting through the use of federal agency resources. The executive order has been the subject of controversy, with critics arguing that it is an attempt to use taxpayer dollars for partisan voter mobilization efforts. The House Committee on Administration has launched an investigation into the executive order, seeking to determine the extent to which federal agencies are engaging in partisan activities and whether they are using taxpayer dollars for these purposes. The executive order has raised concerns about the integrity of the electoral process and the potential for government overreach.
Q&A
What are some of the key revelations from John Solomon's recent investigative reporting?
Solomon's reporting reveals that the FBI was aware of Hunter Biden's laptop as early as March 2020, contradicting claims that it was Russian disinformation. He also unveils a $120 million Ukrainian deal involving Hunter Biden and Burisma, a company under investigation for corruption. Solomon highlights the FBI's involvement in the investigation and the fact that Hunter Biden was appointed to the board of Burisma despite lacking experience and being addicted to crack cocaine.
What is the Biden administration's executive order on promoting access to voting, and what are the concerns surrounding it?
The executive order directs federal agencies to promote access to voting through the use of federal agency resources. Critics argue that it is an attempt to use taxpayer dollars for partisan voter mobilization efforts. The House Committee on Administration is investigating the executive order, seeking to determine the extent to which federal agencies are engaging in partisan activities and whether they are using taxpayer dollars for these purposes.
What are the potential consequences of a biased intelligence community?
A biased intelligence community can lead to the suppression of information, the spread of misinformation, and the erosion of public trust in government institutions. It can also have a significant impact on elections and the democratic process.
What are the implications of John Solomon's revelations for the 2020 election?
Solomon's revelations raise questions about the extent to which the FBI and other government agencies may have influenced the 2020 election by suppressing information about Hunter Biden's business dealings and the authenticity of his laptop. They also highlight the potential for misinformation to sway voters and undermine the integrity of the electoral process.
What is the House Committee on Administration doing to address the Biden administration's voter mobilization scheme?
The committee is investigating the administration's use of federal agency resources for partisan voter registration efforts. They have subpoenaed 15 Biden administration agency officials to obtain their strategic plans and shine a light on their activities.
Show Notes
Congressman Bryan Steil from Wisconsin’s first district, is taking Joe Biden to court. He wants to know what is happening with his administration's efforts to use federal funds to coerce voters.
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