The Glenn Beck Podcast

Ep 265 | "You're Going to See Indictments": Russiagate Walls Closing In | Sen. Eric Schmitt
Date: August 30, 2025
Host: Glenn Beck
Guest: Senator Eric Schmitt

Episode Overview

This episode features Senator Eric Schmitt, former Missouri Attorney General and author of The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court, in a wide-ranging discussion with Glenn Beck. The conversation explores political weaponization in America, focusing on Russiagate, federal overreach during COVID-19, the erosion of civil liberties, and efforts by the political left—including George Soros' influence through prosecutors—to fundamentally reshape society. Senator Schmitt shares first-hand insights on legal battles, government censorship, the future of accountability, and his own convictions rooted in both personal and professional experiences.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The John Bolton Raid and Russiagate Fallout

[03:18–06:17]

• Bolton Investigation:
  • Schmitt believes the recent search of John Bolton's property relates to his handling of classified information during the writing of his tell-all book.
  • Investigation predates Trump’s 2024 campaign, and differs from Russiagate. Schmitt suggests it's typical for such actions to occur late in a probe when authorities look to corroborate existing evidence.

"Bolton was... mishandling classified documents. That’s what the raid on his home is all about."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [05:32]

• Distinction from Lawfare:
  • Schmitt sees the Bolton investigation as separate from political lawfare aimed at suppressing Trump and his allies.

2. Russiagate as the Catalyst for Government Weaponization

[06:21–12:02]

• Impact of Russiagate:
  • Schmitt identifies Russiagate as a key turning point that "gave the left license" to attack Trump and reformers.
  • Details efforts by high-level officials (Obama, Brennan, Comey, Clapper, James Baker) to push the Steele dossier, despite knowing it was fabricated.
  • Emphasizes the interconnectedness of deep state activities, lawfare, and censorship efforts during and after Trump’s presidency.

"They laundered this report to spy on him... then to undermine him and his presidency, try to sideline a duly elected president of the United States."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [08:40]

3. The Importance of Collective Memory & Warning Against "Forgetting"

[12:02–14:13]

• Milan Kundera Quote:

  • "The struggle against power is the struggle against memory and forgetting."
  • Schmitt warns that failing to remember these abuses allows injustice to spread.

• COVID-19 as a Power Revelation:

  • COVID-19 response illustrated how people in power can overreach.
  • Schmitt shares experiences: Forced mask mandates, compulsory vaccines, playground closures—all seen as overreaches enabled by bureaucratic arrogance.

4. COVID-19, Anthony Fauci, and Gain-of-Function Research

[15:13–22:08]

• Fauci Deposition:
  • Schmitt describes deposing Dr. Anthony Fauci and highlights Fauci's lack of accountability, selective memory, and funding for risky gain-of-function research in Wuhan.
  • References Milgram experiment: Warnings about blind compliance with authority ("white coat effect").

"He claimed to be the science, but then said, 'I can't recall' about 174 times..."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [17:12]

• Dissent Was Punished:
  • Dissenters—experts or ordinary people—were "de-platformed" for questioning the narrative.

5. The Rise of Government Censorship and Missouri v. Biden

[22:08–25:23 | 45:36–48:38]

• Control and Suppression:
  • Federal government collaborated with big tech companies to flag, suppress, or remove content not aligned with the establishment narrative.
  • Firsthand: Specialized portals allowed government to order takedowns at will.

"They were secret portals created for high ranking government officials... 'This is it, take it down.' And they did it."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [47:16]

• Legal Action:
  • Schmitt sued the federal government to uncover and halt coordinated censorship—seen as a critical First Amendment fight.

6. Accountability and the Possibility of Indictments

[24:26–27:40]

• On Prosecuting Russiagate Perpetrators:
  • Schmitt states that indictments for those responsible for Russiagate-related crimes are likely.
  • Addresses challenges: statutes of limitations, presidential immunity doesn’t extend to candidates or executives like Clinton, Brennan, Clapper.

"I do believe you're going to see indictments... There has to be accountability here. And I think that means criminal prosecutions."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [25:23]

7. Federal Role in Combating Urban Crime and Law Enforcement Reform

[27:40–34:28]

• Federal Help in St. Louis:

  • Schmitt explains new efforts to partner FBI with local police to fight crime, bypass recalcitrant Soros-backed prosecutors via deputizing state attorneys as Assistant US Attorneys.

• Limits on National Guard Deployment:

  • Trump (and any President) has more authority in DC than in other cities; National Guard can assist but not police or make arrests.

• Leveraging Federal Funds:

  • Advocates cutting funds from cities with discriminatory DEI policies or sanctuary status as a way to enforce compliance.

8. The Influence of George Soros and Progressive D.A.s

[35:07–42:28]

• Soros’ Strategy:
  • Explains Soros-backed prosecutors as a deliberate strategy to create chaos ("disenchantment"), as a precursor to radical societal change.
  • Gives poignant examples of COVID and BLM protests being used to undermine traditional social bonds.

"All the human bonds that traditionally tie us together, those were meant to be severed... because of the immense power and control these people had."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [36:34]

• On the Summer of 2020:
  • Recounts the case of Mark and Patricia McCloskey, where the local prosecutor charged them for defending their property, while protestors faced little consequence.

9. Cultural Marxism and DEI (“Diversity, Equity, Inclusion”)

[42:57–43:34]

• DEI Tactics:
  • Senator Schmitt warns that DEI-driven cultural Marxism may go underground or rebrand itself under different terminology but presses for vigilance and continued resistance.

10. Personal Convictions and Upbringing

[45:19–52:56]

• Origins of His Fighter Mentality:
  • Schmitt attributes his defensive instinct to childhood experiences in sports and standing up to bullies, reinforced by being the parent of a child with disabilities.
  • Public service, for Schmitt, is rooted in a desire to protect the vulnerable and uphold American principles.

11. Outlook: Hope, Realism, and the American Future

[52:56–55:41]

• Optimism with Caution:
  • Schmitt is optimistic, citing the 2024 election as a "fever break" where Americans rejected lawfare, censorship, lockdowns, open borders, and leftist ideology.

"I am optimistic that America and the things that we believe in, we're going to win out. But it is under constant assault."
—Sen. Eric Schmitt [55:19]

• The Fight is Ongoing:
  • True victory requires constant vigilance, courageous resistance, and an enduring commitment to core American values.

Memorable Quotes

• "It's not over yet. It's never over. The struggle against these forces and their ideology will never be over. But I will say that I am optimistic..."
  — Sen. Eric Schmitt [55:27]

• "The struggle against power is the struggle against memory and forgetting."
  — Sen. Eric Schmitt quoting Milan Kundera [12:29]

• "If you get somebody in power like Fauci who's just spewing worse than nonsense but dangerous stuff, there are a lot of people that are willing to go along with it... and you also need to have people who are willing to stand up to it."
  — Sen. Eric Schmitt [19:30]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [03:18] — John Bolton raid and classified documents
• [06:21] — Russiagate’s origins and its central role in deep state actions
• [12:29] — Importance of historical memory to fight authoritarianism
• [15:13] — Deposing Anthony Fauci; origins and mishandling of COVID-19
• [22:08] — Government’s censorship partnership with Big Tech
• [24:26] — Calls for accountability and criminal prosecution in Russiagate
• [27:40] — Federal efforts to restore law and order in urban centers
• [35:07] — Soros’ influence on prosecutors and social chaos as a strategy
• [42:57] — The persistence and adaptation of DEI and its threat
• [45:36] — Senator Schmitt’s origin story: becoming the “last line of defense”
• [52:56] — Realist optimism for America’s path: warning and encouragement for citizens

Tone and Style Notes

The tone is urgent, candid, and at times combative—consistent with Glenn Beck’s and Eric Schmitt’s reputations. Both employ historical analogies, personal stories, and direct, unsparing analysis to make their case. The dialogue often moves quickly between legal process, philosophy, and practical politics.

For listeners seeking a deep dive into conservative legal strategy, government accountability, and the ongoing culture wars, this episode provides a mix of historical context, legal insight, and personal conviction.