Former Deputy Assistant Attorneys General John Yoo and Harry Litman debate on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
Intelligence agency officials like former CIA Director John Brennan must be held accountable for their role in advancing allegations about President Donald Trump’s connections with Russia during the 2016 election, according to the White House.
“President Trump was right — again,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement to Fox News Digital. “Those who engaged in this political scandal must be held accountable for the fraud they committed against President Trump and the lies they told to the American people.”
EX-OBAMA INTEL BOSS WANTED ANTI-TRUMP DOSSIER INCLUDED IN ‘ATYPICAL’ 2016 ASSESSMENT DESPITE PUSHBACK
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News intelligence officials from the Obama administration must be held accountable for their role in peddling the 2016 Russia hoax. (Celal Gunes/Anadolu via Getty Images)
Leavitt’s comments come after a new lessons-learned review that CIA Director John Ratcliffe declassified Wednesday determined that the CIA, FBI and National Security Agency’s Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) examining Russia’s interference in the 2016 presidential election deviated from intelligence standards that led to some “procedural anomalies.”
The review determined that the “decision by agency heads to include the Steele Dossier in the ICA ran counter to fundamental tradecraft principles and ultimately undermined the credibility of a key judgment.”
The “Steele dossier,” composed by former British intelligence officer Christopher Steele as part of opposition research on Trump during the 2016 campaign, featured salacious material and unfounded allegations about Trump’s connections to Russia. Trump has denied the allegations included in the document.
Then-CIA Director John Brennan speaks during the CIA’s third conference on national security at George Washington University, September 20, 2016, in Washington, D.C.
Specifically, the CIA’s new review found that the CIA’s deputy director for analysis said in a December 2016 email to Brennan that including the dossier in any capacity jeopardized “the credibility of the entire paper.”
“Despite these objections, Brennan showed a preference for narrative consistency over analytical soundness,” the new review stated. “When confronted with specific flaws in the Dossier by the two mission center leaders – one with extensive operational experience and the other with a strong analytic background – he appeared more swayed by the Dossier’s general conformity with existing theories than by legitimate tradecraft concerns. Brennan ultimately formalized his position in writing, stating that ‘my bottomline is that I believe that the information warrants inclusion in the report.’”
Brennan served as director of the CIA from March 2013 to January 2017 under the Obama administration.
Brennan could not be reached for comment by Fox News Digital.
Likewise, the review said Brennan had sent a note to intelligence community analysts one day before their only session coordinating on the ICA that he had met with then-Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and then-FBI Director
James Comey.
In that message, Brennan told the CIA workforce that “there is strong consensus among us on the scope, nature, and intent of Russian interference in our recent Presidential election.”
Fox News’ Brooke Singman contributed to this report.
CIA Director John Brennan participates in a session at the third annual Intelligence and National Security Summit in Washington, Sept. 8, 2016.
Adam Schiff Tries to Outsmart Senator John Kennedy—But Ends Up Humiliated Instead!
Senator John Kennedy Exposes Adam Schiff in Historic Senate Hearing: Corruption, Espionage, and the Fall of Washington’s Shadow Network
In what is already being called the most explosive Senate hearing in American history, Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) orchestrated a political takedown that not only ended the career of Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA) but also exposed a sprawling web of corruption, espionage, and criminal conspiracy reaching into the highest echelons of government. The drama unfolded over six hours in the Hart Senate Office Building, leaving the nation—and the world—stunned as revelations mounted, culminating in the live arrest of Schiff by federal agents.
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The Stage is Set
The day began like any other, with the Intelligence Committee convened to discuss oversight reforms. Observers expected the usual partisan bickering and forgettable sound bites. Few anticipated the seismic shift about to rock Capitol Hill.
Adam Schiff entered the hearing room with his trademark confidence, seemingly untouchable after years surviving scandal and controversy. Across the aisle, Senator Kennedy appeared calm, almost casual, belying the meticulous preparation behind his country-lawyer persona.
The opening statements were routine, but tension simmered beneath the surface. Schiff, sensing an opportunity, launched a personal attack against Kennedy, mocking his southern roots and legal credentials. The room fell silent as Schiff’s contempt became clear—he intended to humiliate Kennedy and reassert his dominance.
The Trap is Sprung
Unfazed, Kennedy responded with the now-iconic phrase, “Bless your heart, Congressman. Let’s discuss your burner phones.” What followed was a masterclass in prosecutorial precision.
Kennedy played an audio recording—accidentally broadcast from Schiff’s own phone—revealing the congressman’s intent to destroy Kennedy’s reputation. Schiff’s words, “Watch me destroy this hillbilly,” echoed through the chamber, instantly shifting the narrative. Kennedy then produced evidence bags containing seven burner phones used by Schiff for illicit communications. Sworn testimony from Schiff’s former chief of staff, Derek Hayes, confirmed the phones were purchased at Schiff’s direction and used to coordinate illegal activities, including leaking classified information, coaching witnesses to commit perjury, and communicating with unregistered foreign agents.
From Corruption to Treason
The evidence mounted. Kennedy connected the phones to a laptop, displaying damning messages between Schiff and whistleblowers, media contacts, and foreign nationals. The congressman was caught orchestrating leaks, manipulating testimony, and accepting payments funneled through his wife’s consulting firm.
The bombshells continued. Kennedy revealed encrypted communications between Schiff and a Chinese intelligence operative, Chen Wei. The messages detailed the sale of military secrets—including submarine detection technology and cyber defense gaps—for millions of dollars. Financial records corroborated the payments, and CIA surveillance photos showed Schiff meeting with Chinese officials. The total: $42 million in bribes over four years.
The FISA Court’s Unprecedented Condemnation
Kennedy then produced documents from the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA), declassified specifically for the hearing. The findings were devastating: Schiff had knowingly presented false information to the court on 17 occasions, altered evidence, withheld exculpatory material, and lied under oath. The court recommended immediate criminal prosecution on 43 counts, including fraud, perjury, and unlawful surveillance of American citizens.
The Human Cost
Among the most shocking revelations was the impact on innocent Americans. Kennedy read the story of Captain Michael Thompson, a decorated Marine falsely implicated in Russian collusion by Schiff’s fabricated evidence. Thompson lost his career, family, and nearly his life. The FISA judges’ letter condemned the “unprecedented human cost” of Schiff’s actions.
A Ghost Returns: The Testimony of Agent Chen
The hearing took another turn when Kennedy called a surprise witness—FBI Special Agent Michael Chen, previously presumed dead. Chen revealed he had faked his suicide after threats against his family by Schiff’s associates. His testimony confirmed Schiff’s pattern of fabricating intelligence, targeting political opponents, and running a criminal enterprise within the government. Chen provided recordings of threats and detailed how analysts who questioned Schiff’s methods were silenced, reassigned, or targeted for “accidents.”
Epstein Connection: The Final Horror
As if the revelations weren’t enough, Kennedy presented evidence linking Schiff to Jeffrey Epstein’s trafficking network. Flight logs showed Schiff traveled on Epstein’s plane 19 times, visiting locations notorious for child exploitation. Financial records and photographs placed Schiff at Epstein’s parties, surrounded by underage girls. The FBI confirmed Schiff was a client and protector of Epstein’s operation, using his committee position to shield the network from investigation.
Live Arrest and Schiff’s Breakdown
As Kennedy concluded his presentation, FBI agents entered the hearing room and arrested Schiff on charges of trafficking minors, conspiracy, and obstruction of justice. In handcuffs, Schiff broke down, offering to testify against a shadow network he claimed controlled Washington, implicating sitting senators, judges, and media executives in a vast criminal conspiracy.
The Avalanche Begins
Within hours, the fallout was staggering. Nancy Pelosi disappeared as agents arrived at her home. Eric Swalwell barricaded himself in his office, seeking a deal. Federal judges resigned, and media executives were found dead or under arrest. Schiff’s detailed confession, provided under military guard, exposed a shadow government of 200 powerful individuals who shaped policy, rigged elections, and silenced whistleblowers through murder and intimidation.
Operation Spotlight: America Cleans House
Attorney General-authorized Operation Spotlight became the largest criminal investigation in U.S. history, resulting in over 100 arrests. Congressional resignations, media raids, and military purges followed. Billions in stolen taxpayer funds were recovered, and new oversight mechanisms were established.
A Nation Transformed
Senator Kennedy, once dismissed as a “Confederate cosplayer,” emerged as a national hero. He refused calls to run for president, crediting whistleblowers, agents, and the American people for demanding truth. Civic engagement soared, voter turnout reached record highs, and government transparency became the new standard.
The Aftermath
Adam Schiff received life without parole for treason, trafficking, and murder. Other high-profile figures faced similar fates. The shadow government was dismantled, its secrets laid bare. The cultural impact was profound: Americans, shocked by the depth of corruption, became more vigilant, demanding honesty and accountability from their leaders.
A Final Reflection
As the dust settled, Kennedy sat on his Louisiana porch, reflecting on the battle for America’s soul. The truth had prevailed, not through hatred or bombast, but through patience, preparation, and relentless pursuit of justice. The senator’s final words echoed across the nation: “The truth is like a lion. You don’t have to defend it. Let it loose. It will defend itself.”
America had let the truth loose, and a kingdom of lies had fallen.
