Several people have criticized the FBI for statements made by Special Agent Matthew DeSarno after the ending of the hostage crisis at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, TX.  In this episode, I defend the FBI and Special Agent Matthew DeSarno.  I also explain why the criticism is both unwarranted and unfair.

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Criticisms of the FBI can be found in this article

Praise for the FBI from the Anti-Defamation League

Praise for the FBI from the President of the Union of Reform Judaism (see the tweets on January 15, 2022)

Praise for the FBI from Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker of Congregation Beth Israel