Episode Summary: Bannon’s War Room - Episode 4637: Secret Life Of The CIA

Release Date: July 16, 2025
Host: Stephen K. Bannon
Guest: Senator Tommy Tuberville
Special Feature: Jefferson Morley, Author of The Ghost: The Secret Life of CIA Spymaster James Jesus Angleton

1. Introduction to the Episode

In Episode 4637 of Bannon’s War Room, host Stephen K. Bannon delves deep into the intricate workings of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and its historical impact on American politics and national security. The episode features insightful conversations with Senator Tommy Tuberville and Jefferson Morley, an esteemed author renowned for his investigative work on the CIA and the JFK assassination.

2. Jerome Powell and the Federal Reserve

The episode opens with a candid exchange between Donald Trump and Jerome Powell concerning the Federal Reserve's policies and ongoing renovations at the Fed building.

• Donald Trump [00:00]: Criticizes Powell’s management, stating, “They had 71 different geniuses that they interviewed and that were put up. You probably saw that. And with predictions. And the only one that got it right was me and one other person. 69 were wrong.”

• Jerome Powell [00:46]: Addresses speculation about his potential removal, to which Trump responds, “They say it would disrupt the market if I did...”

The discussion highlights Trump's skepticism towards Powell’s decisions, particularly regarding the Fed's $2.5 billion renovation project.

• Trump [01:22]: Expresses certainty about contractors profiting, “It's like one of the most expensive buildings in the world. He's putting all sorts of parks on the top of the building.”

3. The Rescission Package and Government Spending

Stephen Bannon and Senator Tuberville shift focus to the U.S. government's budgetary challenges, specifically the ongoing rescission package.

• Senator Tuberville [03:10]: Praises John Solomon's accurate reporting, “I'm really proud of John Solomon and the team that he got the right story.”

• Amanda Head [04:51]: Discusses the difficulties in passing budget cuts, “It's pulling teeth around here, Steve. You can't get anything cut.”

• Senator Tuberville [06:18]: Details the legislative impasse, “We've been following this and the votes go up, the votes go down. The vote's still open. Are they still horse trading?”

The conversation underscores the partisan gridlock affecting fiscal policies and the implications for the national debt.

• Amanda Head [06:18]: Warns, “And after that, if we state status quo for the next 10 years, we'll spend 26 trillion dollars more and add that to this 37 trillion in debt we're already in.”

4. Immigration and Deportation Policies

The discussion transitions to stringent immigration measures and their economic impact.

• Senator Tuberville [10:27]: Highlights successful ICE raids, “It’s been a success, though, in Alabama, these ice raids.”

• Amanda Head [10:57]: Emphasizes the financial burden of illegal immigration, “We are a sinking ship. And the American people looking around going, what do we do? We got to start dipping water out of the lifeboat because we're going to sink along with everybody else.”

• Senator Tuberville [12:43]: Addresses proposed amnesty bills, “No, no, no. Ain't gonna be enough. There's not gonna be amnesty.”

The segment reflects a hardline stance on immigration, advocating for mass deportations to alleviate economic strain.

5. Jefferson Morley on the CIA and JFK Assassination

A significant portion of the episode features Jefferson Morley discussing newly released CIA documents related to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

• Jefferson Morley [21:23]: Reveals critical insights, “The file of this man, George Joannidis emerged last week showed that the cover story is now defunct.”

• Senator Tuberville [23:40]: Connects historical CIA actions to modern governance, “The CIA was absolutely livid about that [Cuban Missile Crisis].”

• Jefferson Morley [25:01]: Explains the implications, “It's no longer up to the critics of the official story to concoct a conspiracy theory... it's up to the defenders of the official story to explain the CIA malfeasance that has been exposed.”

Morley elaborates on how the CIA's involvement in Oswald's surveillance undermines the official lone gunman narrative, suggesting deep-rooted institutional malpractices.

• Jefferson Morley [33:22]: Discusses the enduring impact of the JFK assassination on U.S. intelligence oversight, “The CIA and these national security agencies effectively had impunity. That impulse in U.S. foreign policy and U.S. intelligence making was never checked.”

6. The Deep State and Governance

The conversation moves towards the concept of the "deep state" and its influence on American politics.

• Senator Tuberville [04:51]: Expresses frustration with legislative processes, “There's going to be a CR midnight on the 30th, a CR that kicks it into the new fiscal year.”

• Jefferson Morley [34:54]: Advocates for intelligence reform, “Put this clandestine service under the control of the State Department... until there's some authority put over the CIA.”

• Senator Tuberville [35:01]: Questions the feasibility of dismantling the CIA, referencing historical perspectives from Harry Truman.

This segment underscores concerns about unchecked intelligence agencies and their pervasive role in shaping national and foreign policies.

7. Future Directions and Upcoming Topics

As the episode nears its conclusion, Bannon hints at future discussions and ongoing investigations.

• Jefferson Morley [37:33]: Provides resources for listeners, “You can follow my JFK reporting at JFK Facts on Substack, which is jfkfacts.substack.com.”

• Senator Tuberville [45:22]: Teases upcoming content, “We're going to have continuation of Warren Ben Hartwell and the interview with President Trump next.”

The episode emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in intelligence operations, urging listeners to stay informed through credible sources.

Notable Quotes

• Donald Trump [00:00]: “...the only one that got it right was me and one other person. 69 were wrong.”

• Amanda Head [04:51]: “It’s pulling teeth around here, Steve. You can't get anything cut.”

• Jefferson Morley [25:01]: “It's no longer up to the critics of the official story to concoct a conspiracy theory... it's up to the defenders of the official story to explain the CIA malfeasance that has been exposed.”

• Senator Tuberville [35:01]: “Until there's some authority put over the CIA, some fundamental reform, I think you're going to have an independent actor in foreign policy that is really just as strong as the President.”

Conclusion

Episode 4637 of Bannon’s War Room delivers a compelling examination of the CIA's historical and present-day influence on American politics, interwoven with critical discussions on fiscal policies and immigration. Featuring authoritative voices like Senator Tuberville and Jefferson Morley, the episode calls for greater transparency and accountability within intelligence agencies to safeguard democratic governance.

Listeners are encouraged to engage with additional resources provided by Jefferson Morley and to stay tuned for forthcoming episodes that continue to unravel the complex interplay between political power and intelligence operations.