Conflicts of Interest
Trump Brushes US War Crimes Under the Rug with Sanctions on the ICC
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 4, 2020
The US has ramped up its war on the International Criminal Court, adding a lead ICC prosecutor and her top aide to a sanctions blacklist over their effort to probe allegations of American war crimes in Afghanistan. Moscow is again on trial on the world stage, accused...
Quad-NATO: Trump’s Shiny New Dooms Day Machine
by Kyle Anzalone | Sep 2, 2020
The US State Department has called to formalize a NATO-like alliance between itself, Japan, Australia and India, currently known as the "Quad." The Deputy Secretary of State, Stephen Biegun, said he would like the new alliance to serve as a bulwark against Beijing,...
Conflicts of Interest #1 – Is Trump the Antiwar Candidate?
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 31, 2020
Hosts Kyle Anzalone and Will Porter introduce the debut episode of Conflicts of Interest, a new video show covering news and world affairs that will stream live on YouTube three days a week. Kyle and Will break down Senator Rand Paul's speech at the Republican...
Self Defense or Murder? A Breakdown of the Kenosha Shootings
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 28, 2020
Will Porter returns for the final episode of Foreign Policy Focus to discuss the shootings and civil unrest in Kenosha, Wisconsin. First, a Kenosha police officer shot Jacob Blake in the back seven times while attempting an arrest, leaving him paralyzed. The shooting...
Both Parties Pretend to Care About Ending Endless Wars
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 26, 2020
On FPF #537, I discuss both parties claiming they will end the endless wars, but neither is serious about actually doing it. Americans keep voting for the president who promises to be less interventionist. However, after taking office, Bush, Obama, and now Trump have...
Will Trump Bring US Troops Home From Iraq?
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 24, 2020
On FPF #536, Will Porter returns to the show to discuss Trump's Iraq policy. Trump ran for president on ending endless wars. However, he has failed to get the US out of a single conflict. He is again saying he would like to bring US troops home from Iraq. His own...
Lockheed Could Be the Big Winner in the Israel-UAE Agreement
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 21, 2020
Will Porter returns to FPF to discuss how Lockheed could cash in on the recent deal between Israel and the UAE. Trump administration officials have suggested that after the two countries normalize relations, the US could allow the UAE to buy F-35 fighter jets. While...
Will the Israel-UAE Deal Lead to More Arm Sales?
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 19, 2020
On FPF #534, I cover several important stories in the news. Documents from BlueLeaks expose the government spending thousands on training police in junk sciences. Andy McCarthy writes in the National Review how Kevin Clinesmith's guilty plead also is an indictment of...
Trump Ratchets Up the Maximum Pressure Campaign
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 17, 2020
Will Porter returns to FPF to discuss Trump's maximum pressure policy against Iran and Venezuela. Will explains how the US seized four oil tankers that were carrying oil to Venezuela. Iran responded with a lack of concern saying the oil was no longer being carried by...
Did Trump Make Peace Between Israel and the UAE?
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 14, 2020
On FPF #532, I discuss Trump's announcement that the US mediated an agreement that will lead to Israel and the UAE normalizing relations. Details on the agreement remain unknown, but both sides are claiming this somehow allows for or prevents the annexation of the...
Massive Explosion Escalates Lebanon Protests
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 12, 2020
On FPF #531, Will Porter returns to the show to discuss the ongoing unrest in Lebanon. Protests escalated after government negligence led to a massive explosion at the Bierut Port. The country's prime minister and his cabinet resigned, although they will remain in...
New Russiagate Whistleblower Exposes Stefan Halper’s Role in Firing Mike Flynn
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 10, 2020
On FPF #530, Will Porter returns to the show to discuss the new Russiagate Whistleblower Steven P. Schrage. Schrage is a former student of Stefan Halper and set up the event was Halper first met Carter Page. The Page/Halper meeting is suspected of helping generate the...
Beirut Explosion: Details Emerge on the Origin of the Blast
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 7, 2020
On FPF #529, Will Porter returns to the show to discuss the massive explosion in Beirut. So far, over 150 people have been killed; however many more remain missing. The damage to the port will also significantly harm Lebanon's economy, doing billions in damage. Will...
Who Will Get Syria’s Oil?
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 5, 2020
On FPF #528, I discuss reports that an American company had signed an agreement with the Syrian Kurds to produce oil in Syria. The story was pushed by Secretary of State Pompeo and Senator Graham. However, the Syrian Kurds now say no agreement has been made. The Kurds...
No Matter Who Wins in November, We All Lose
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 3, 2020
On FPF #527, Will Porter returns to the show to explain why it doesn't matter to Boeing CEO who wins in November. Will and Kyle how the US will continue to wage wars throughout the world and spend hundreds of billions of tax dollars on unnecessary weapons and wars....
Lazy Hawks Blame Russia for Everything
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 30, 2020
On FPF #525, I discuss Trump's decision to withdraw 12,000 troops from Germany. Washington hawks dusted off the worn-out Russiagate narrative to try to drum up fear that Trump was sacrificing the country's security to his master Putin. Trump's move is minor as the US...
Articles
Russian Strikes Damage Boeing Building in Ukraine
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 16, 2025
A large Russian drone and missile barrage damaged a building in Ukraine where Boeing operates. Last year, the American company and Kiev signed a memorandum agreeing to step up arms production.
US Sent Israel Hundreds of Missiles Days Before Attack on Iran
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 15, 2025
Just days before the surprise and unprovoked Israeli war on Iran, the US shipped Tel Aviv 300 Hellfire missiles. An Israeli official implied they were used in the assault.
Large Numbers in Congress Back Attack on Iran, Call for US to Support Israel
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 13, 2025
Following the opening salvo in Israel’s bombardment of Iran, many members of Congress rushed to declare their support for the Jewish state. Some went further, demanding the White House defend Tel Aviv from retaliation. A small number of lawmakers criticized Israel and urged Washington to stay out of the conflict.
North Korea Rejects US Outreach
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 12, 2025
A letter from Washington to Pyongyang was rejected multiple times by North Korean diplomats. During President Donald Trump’s first presidency, he engaged in direct diplomacy with Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un through letters and meetings.
64% of Israelis Say ‘No Innocent People in Gaza’
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 11, 2025
Tel Aviv’s mass killing campaign in Gaza has the support of nearly two-thirds of Israelis, who believe there are no innocent people in the Strip. The Israeli military has killed or injured more than 50,000 Palestinian children during the onslaught.
Israel Attacks Nablus in Widescale Raid, Protracted Assault Expected
by Connor Freeman and Will Porter | Jun 10, 2025
Israeli forces launched a large-scale raid on the city of Nablus in the occupied West Bank on Tuesday. At least two Palestinians were killed, with many more injured by tear gas, gunshot wounds, and physical assaults.
NATO Chief: Russia Could Be Ready to Fight the West in Five Years
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 10, 2025
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte warned that Russia could launch an attack on the bloc within five years. He called on members to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP.
Lavrov Slams Western Support for Ukrainian ‘Terrorism’ in Russia
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 9, 2025
Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov blamed Western support for Ukraine as the cause of terrorist attacks inside Russia. The diplomat directed his ire at the UK, noting the US may play a smaller role.
Israel Detains Activists Bringing Aid to Gaza
by Kyle Anzalone and Will Porter | Jun 9, 2025
Hours after the Israeli defense minister threatened military action against a tiny aid ship carrying activists attempting to break the blockade on Gaza, the IDF intercepted the boat and detained all on board. The dangerous vessel was armed with rice and baby formula.
GOP Rep Introduces Resolution Labeling ‘Free Palestine’ Slogan as ‘Anti-Semitism’
by Connor Freeman | Jun 8, 2025
Colorado GOP Congressman Gabe Evans introduced a non-binding resolution on Friday that labels ‘Free Palestine’ as “an antisemitic slogan.” The bill seeks to limit immigration of people who oppose Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine and Tel Aviv’s genocidal...
State Department Weighing $500 Million Grant to Controversial Gaza Aid Group: Report
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 8, 2025
The State Department is considering a $500 million grant to the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). The new Israeli and US-backed agency has been accused by human rights groups of being a tool of Tel Aviv to complete the ethnic cleansing of Gaza rather than an organization attempting to feed the starving people of the Strip.
White House Urges Sen. Graham to Weaken Russia Sanctions Bill
by Kyle Anzalone | Jun 8, 2025
Trump wants more authority over the sanctions provisions in the bill President Donald Trump is quietly leaning on Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) to “water down” the sanctions bill on Russia that could see China and India slapped with 500% tariffs. Trump believes he...
News Roundup
New Roundup 8/12/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 12, 2021
US News California is requiring all school employees to get vaccinated or get weekly covid tests. [Link] The NY Stock Exchange will require all floor traders to get vaccinated. Medical and religious exemptions are available. Anyone who receives an exemption will have...
News Roundup 8/11/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 11, 2021
US News DC Mayor Muriel Bowser ordered all city employees to get vaccinated or weekly covid tests. [Link] Senator Rand Paul had a second video taken down by YouTube for ‘covid misinformation’ and cannot post for a week. [Link] The NSA awarded a contract worth up to...
News Roundup 8/10/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 10, 2021
US News An Ohio judge is forcing Brandon Rutherford to get a covid vaccine as a part of his bail conditions. Rutherford pled guilty to a drug charge. [Link] Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says he will request Biden make the covid vaccine mandatory for all troops by...
News Roundup 8/9/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 9, 2021
US News Legendary reporter Mark Parry passes away. [Link] The Pentagon is failing to track and provide oversight for the mercenaries it hires. [Link] Two Myanmar nationals have been arrested in New York and are charged with plotting a hit on Myanmar’s ambassador to...
News Roundup 8/6/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 6, 2021
US News A South Carolina police officer was fired, arrested, and charged with first-degree assault for stomping a man’s head into the ground. [Link] According to a Texas affidavit, FBI agent David Harris - who was assigned to investigate crimes against children - has...
News Roundup 8/5/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 5, 2021
US News San Diego police killed a man by shooting him in the back. [Link] Five Miami Police officers were arrested and charged with battery for the brutal arrest of two men. [Link] Foreign Policy Florida’s governor gives Ben and Jerry’s parent company 90 days to undo...
News Roundup 8/4/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 4, 2021
US News Twitter announces a new partnership with AP and Reuters to “promote trusted information.” [Link] China Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Southeast Asian nations to strengthen America’s anti-China relationships. [Link] India deploys four warships to...
News Roundup 8/2/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 3, 2021
US News The National Guard remains deployed to fight wars in the Middle East. [Link] SkyNews Australia was banned for a week by YouTube for misinformation. [Link] China The US sent Patriot missile experts to Taiwan. The US budgeted $14.15 million for the experts to...
News Roundup 8/2/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Aug 2, 2021
US News On March 22, the FBI raided US Private Vaults. The search warrant forbade the FBI from seizing safe deposit boxes, however, the FBI seized over 300 boxes. The FBI then filed civil asset claims for the belongings in the boxes, totaling $85 million. The FBI is...
News Roundup 7/30/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 30, 2021
US News The TSA is offering a self-defense class for flight crews. [Link] Haiti Haiti’s new Western-backed prime minister calls for elections as soon as possible. [Link] Great Power Russia calls on the UK and France to be involved in nuclear weapons talks. [Link] The...
News Roundup 7/29/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 29, 2021
China A bipartisan House bill will recreate the Cold War-era Foreign Broadcast Information Service as the Open Translation and Analysis Center. The OTAC’s mission will be to counter China and is funded with $80 million annually from 2022 to 2026. [Link] Secretary of...
News Roundup 7/28/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 28, 2021
US News The CDC issued new guidance calling for vaccinated Americans to wear masks in some circumstances and that all students and staff wear masks at school. [Link] Tech companies plan to create a database to identify and deplatform extremist content. Other tech...
News Roundup 7/27/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 27, 2021
US News The VA will require 115,000 healthcare employees to get vaccinated. [Link] Venezuela says a US military plane violated its airspace along the border with Colombia. [Link] Great Power The US will meet with Russian officials for arms control talks in Geneva this...
News Roundup 7/26/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 26, 2021
US News The New York Post reports the NY state government is considering divesting from Ben and Jerry’s parent company in the state government workers' pension fund. [Link] The Biden Administration decided against investigating possible civil rights abuses in NY...
News Roundup 7/23/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 23, 2021
US News Texas and Florida are taking steps to use the states’ anti-BDS laws to divest from Ben and Jerry’s parent company and prevent contracting with the ice cream maker. [Link] The Senate Armed Services Committee added $25 billion to Biden’s proposed military...
News Roundup 7/22/21
by Kyle Anzalone | Jul 22, 2021
US News NYPD training documents show officers are taught how to access sealed arrest records. [Link] The National Parks Service is joining the surveillance state. The NPS will begin sending names of people who request permits to the White House database. [Link] An...
