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Fault Lines episodes

  • Michigan Primary: Winners and Losers

    During Fault Lines' Wednesday broadcast, civil rights leader Dr. Linda Lee Tarver joined the discussion in the first hour, followed by US Candidate for Michigan Senate Dr. Sherry O'Donnell in the last hour, to analyze the Michigan primary results. President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerged victorious, reinforcing the likelihood of a rematch between the two, despite the results shedding light on some of their key political vulnerabilities leading up to the November general election.

    During the second hour, Fault Lines engaged Nebojsa Malic in a conversation about recent reports uncovering France's advocacy for potential NATO deployments and troop presence in Ukraine, sparking backlash from other EU leaders.

    In the third hour, Fault Lines interviewed aviation expert Jamie Finch regarding the FAA report on Boeing's safety culture. The report revealed a troubling workplace environment where safety concerns were challenging to address, coinciding with increasing issues with Boeing planes.

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    2 hr 51 min
  • Farmers Protest Across Europe; Ukrainian Grain Sabotaged in Poland

    Fault Lines launched Tuesday's show with a deep dive with veteran correspondent Elijah Magnier into the backlash against inexpensive imports, leading to the deliberate destruction of 160 tonnes of Ukrainian grain in Poland. This incident unfolded amidst widespread protests in the country, reflecting farmers' grievances about what they perceive as unfair competition not only in Poland but throughout Europe.

    The second hour begins with a thorough examination of the Former President's financial predicament with political snalyst and veteran Tom Norton, as he faces the necessity of securing a substantial bond. This urgency arises from Trump's lawyers appealing the ruling of the New York civil fraud trial, which mandates him to pay over $450 million in penalties and interest.

    Later in the second hour, attorney Steve Gill joined Fault Lines to discuss the Supreme Court's examination of state laws passed in Florida and Texas. These laws aim to restrict social media platforms from suppressing certain political viewpoints.

    In the third hour, Fault Lines welcomed civil rights leader Dr. Linda Lee Tarver to delve into the Michigan primary happening in the state today, along with broader insights into the 2024 presidential race.

    Later in the final hour, attorney Ajay Pallegar joined the show to examine the situation of the former FBI informant who stands accused of falsely informing his handler that the Bidens accepted multimillion-dollar bribes. Pallegar shed light on the individual's continued incarceration as he awaits trial.

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    2 hr 52 min
  • Netanyahu Says Ceasefire Will Only Delay Israel's Imminent Rafah Offensive

    Fault Lines kicked off the show on Monday with a discussion on the Gaza ceasefire talks. The hosts were joined by journalist and editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo who spoke in length about the talks and the current humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

    The second hour would begin with an in-depth discussion on the current situation on the battlefield in the Donbass region, following the Russian military's capture of Avdeyevka last week. Fault Lines spoke to international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about the Russian military's objectives, along with a discussion on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's latest comments.

    In the final hour, journalist of The Washington Examiner Amy DeLaura joined Fault Lines in studio to discuss the results of the South Carolina GOP Primary, which saw former US President Donald Trump trounce the ex-Governor of South Carolina Nikki Haley.

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    2 hr 54 min
  • Republican Border States Derailed Biden's Migration Policy

    During the opening hour, Fault Lines spoke to reporter Anna Ge about American lawmakers visiting Taiwan and assuring the island that they will stand by it in the face of pressure from China.

    During the second hour, Fault Lines welcomed U.S. Candidate for Michigan Senate and a Renowned Physician Dr. Sherry O’Donnell to discuss the upcoming Michigan presidential primary. Discover the preferences of Michigan residents, particularly within its Arab community, regarding President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.

    In the final hour, Fault Lines engaged in a conversation with Resident Fellow in Law and Policy for the Center for Immigration Studies Andrew Arthur concerning the potential consequences of Biden's proposed asylum regulations aimed at managing the influx of unauthorized foreign nationals.

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    2 hr 49 min
  • Russian Forces Capture Strategic City East of Donetsk

    In the first hour, Fault Lines speaks with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about Russia's recent victory in gaining full control of Avdiivka in Donetsk, a significant development in the ongoing Ukrainian conflict.

    During the second hour, civil rights attorney Robert Patillo joins Fault Lines to discuss President Biden's plans to meet with House Speaker Mike Johnson regarding funding for Ukraine and the concerns surrounding Biden's cognitive abilities amid his presidential campaign.

    Later in the third hour, political activist Misty Winston shares insights on Julian Assange's final legal battle in the UK to avoid extradition to the US on spy charges.

    Wrapping up the episode, tax attorney Steve Hayes provides analysis on former President Trump's civil fraud trial and the significant penalty imposed, shedding light on its implications for future similar cases.

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    2 hr 53 min
  • Space Race Part Deux: US Intel Warns of New 'National Security Threat'

    In the first hour, Fault Lines spoke to whistleblower Scott Ritter about the US intelligence report regarding the alleged Russian nuclear capabilities, particularly related to attempts to develop a space-based weapon.

    In the second hour, Fault Lines discussed the budgetary challenges faced by ICE, as migration expert Mark Krikorian sheds light on the agency's potential need to release detained migrants due to funding shortages, pending congressional approval.

    Later in the second hour, attorney Steve Gill provides insights into two significant hearings involving Former President Donald Trump—one in New York and the other in Georgia—potentially impacting his future prospects for returning to the White House in 2024.

    In the final hour, Fault Lines spoke to Daniel McAdams, executive director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity', to weigh in on recent revelations about CIA surveillance activities targeting American citizens. Independent journalists have uncovered alarming findings, including illegal surveillance of 26 individuals associated with Trump prior to the “2016 Russia collusion” claims.

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    2 hr 52 min
  • Mayorkas Impeached; GOP Loses Key House Seat

    In the opening segment, Fault Lines engages with professor of Space, Cyber and Telecommunications Law Dr. Frans von der Dunk to discuss the congressional budget gridlock impacting NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory and its Mars exploration missions.

    In the second hour, US Senate candidate for Michigan attorney Alexandria Taylor sheds light on Former President Trump's handling of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago and Joe Biden’s campaign in Michigan.

    In the third hour, finance expert Aquiles Larrea provides analysis on the US economy, addressing recent inflation reports and rising costs.

    Wrapping up, journalist KJ Noh discusses the recent Indonesian election results and the potential implications of President Prabowo Subianto's leadership on the Asian geopolitical landscape.

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    2 hr 52 min
  • Trump in Court Over Classified Docs as Biden Challenges Report

    In the initial segment, Fault Lines spoke with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda regarding Ukraine's newly appointed top Commander, General Oleksandr Syrsky and his controversial nickname 'The Butcher’.

    Moving to the second hour, attorney Steve Gill joined Fault Lines to explore the investigation into allegations of misconduct by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who filed the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

    In the third hour, political commentator Armen Kurdian joined Fault Lines to examine the rise in illegal border crossings along the US-Canada border and the New York special election to fill the seat left vacant by expelled Congressman George Santos.

    In the final hour, Fault Lines discussed with journalist Esteban Carrillo about the US President Joe Biden's call for a six-week pause in the Israel-Hamas conflict with journalist Esteban Carrillo, examining its potential as a precursor to a longer ceasefire.

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    2 hr 51 min
  • Israel Prepares to Invade Gaza Border City

    In the first hour, Fault Lines spoke to journalist Hamza Azhar about Pakistan's recent election. Independent candidates backed by former Prime Minister Imran Khan led with 93 seats but since there is a delay in publishing the final results there is heightened uncertainty, Khan and Sharif both claimed victory, adding to the complexity.

    In the second hour, Fault Lines was joined by Chairman of New Journey PAC Autry Pruitt about the investigation into allegations of misconduct by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who brought the election interference case against former President Donald Trump.

    Later in the second hour, Fault Lines and Professor of Political Science and International Relations Dr. Hasan Unal discussed the Israeli military strikes over the border city of Rafah killing, wounding dozens of Palestinians and threatening key Israel-Egypt peace treaty.

    In the third hour, Fault Lines spoke to journalist Amy DeLaura about the case over whether former President Donald Trump can be excluded from Colorado's primary ballot over his actions surrounding the attack on the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 and the Supreme Court’s decision over this blockbuster case.

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    2 hr 50 min
  • Tucker Carlson's Historic Interview with Vladimir Putin: Key Facts

    In the initial segment, Fault Lines engaged with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about the tensions in the Middle East with US strikes targeting Iraqi paramilitaries prompting the Baghdad government to consider ending the mission of the US-led coalition in the country and Russia’s reaction to Tucker Carlson’s interview with President Putin.

    In the second hour, Fault Lines spoke with journalist Rick Sanchez about American journalist Tucker Carlson's exclusive interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin as this marked the first time a Western journalist had interviewed Putin since the start of the special military operation in Ukraine in February 2022.

    In the third hour, Fault Lines spoke to attorney Ajay Pallegar about Former President Donald Trump's legal battle to appear in the Colorado ballot while the Supreme Court is analyzing arguments over whether former President Donald Trump is ineligible to be president again.

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    2 hr 53 min

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