Let's examine the nefarious crimes and scandals associated with the CIA and FBI over the past 75 years, from the immediate post-World War II era to the present.
1. CIA's Role in Overthrowing Foreign Governments (1947–1970s)
From its inception in 1947, the CIA was deeply involved in shaping the geopolitics of the Cold War. During this period, the agency became notorious for its covert operations aimed at destabilizing foreign governments that were perceived to threaten U.S. interests, particularly those leaning towards socialism or communism. Under the guise of national security, the CIA orchestrated several coups and interventions, many of which led to long-term political instability and human suffering.
- Iran (1953): In a joint operation with British intelligence, the CIA orchestrated the overthrow of democratically elected Prime Minister Mohammad Mossadegh. Mossadegh had attempted to nationalize Iran's oil industry, challenging British and American interests. The coup installed the authoritarian Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, whose oppressive regime sowed the seeds for the 1979 Iranian Revolution.
- Guatemala (1954): The CIA, through Operation PBSUCCESS, overthrew the democratically elected government of Jacobo Árbenz, who had instituted land reforms that threatened the interests of U.S.-based United Fruit Company. This intervention plunged Guatemala into decades of civil war and violent repression.
- Chile (1973): In one of the CIA's most infamous coups, the agency played a role in the overthrow of democratically elected socialist President Salvador Allende. General Augusto Pinochet's brutal dictatorship followed, leading to widespread human rights abuses and the deaths and disappearances of thousands of Chileans.
2. The FBI and McCarthyism: The Red Scare (1940s–1950s)
In the late 1940s and 1950s, the FBI under J. Edgar Hoover was deeply involved in supporting the anti-communist witch hunts of Senator Joseph McCarthy. During this period, known as the Second Red Scare, the FBI used its extensive surveillance network to investigate, monitor, and intimidate American citizens suspected of harboring communist sympathies. These investigations were often based on flimsy evidence and resulted in the blacklisting, harassment, and even imprisonment of individuals in the entertainment industry, academia, government, and labor unions.
- Hollywood Blacklist: The FBI cooperated with the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) to investigate prominent figures in Hollywood, leading to the infamous blacklist that destroyed many careers based on mere allegations of communist ties.
- Persecution of Political Activists: Left-wing activists, labor leaders, and civil rights advocates were targeted by the FBI, often having their personal lives scrutinized and their reputations ruined. The FBI's efforts during this period, under the banner of anti-communism, contributed to an atmosphere of fear and repression.
The excesses of the McCarthy era and the FBI’s complicity in the Red Scare are now recognized as profound violations of civil liberties, based largely on paranoia rather than legitimate threats. Ironically, looking back, perhaps McCarthy was on to something now that we see 90% of our elected officials and 100% of Hollywood are Communists and Marxists.
3. The Assassination of President John F. Kennedy (1963)
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, remains one of the most enduring mysteries and controversies in American history. While the official investigation, conducted by the Warren Commission, concluded that Kennedy was killed by a lone gunman, Lee Harvey Oswald, questions about whether there was a broader conspiracy have persisted for decades. Among the numerous theories surrounding the assassination, one of the most provocative is the potential involvement of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).
Over the years, various researchers, former intelligence officers, and "conspiracy theorists" have suggested that rogue elements within the CIA may have played a role in Kennedy's death. Since the evidence has been hidden all of these decades, that prove the CIA’s direct involvement, the agency’s activities should be heavily scrutinized and even dismissed given their track record of corruption and crimes.
Kennedy’s Strained Relationship with the CIA
In the years leading up to his assassination, President Kennedy had a tumultuous relationship with the CIA. The agency had grown in power and influence during the Cold War, often operating with little oversight from the executive branch. Kennedy's discontent with the CIA became particularly pronounced after two key incidents: The Bay of Pigs Invasion and Operation Mongoose.
The Bay of Pigs Fiasco (1961): Early in Kennedy’s presidency, the CIA orchestrated the Bay of Pigs Invasion, a failed attempt to overthrow Cuban leader Fidel Castro using Cuban exiles. The mission was a disaster, and Kennedy felt misled by the CIA, particularly its Director, Allen Dulles, who had overseen the operation. Following the failure, Kennedy reportedly said he wanted to "splinter the CIA into a thousand pieces and scatter it to the winds." This public humiliation and the blame placed on the CIA led to tension between the president and the intelligence agency.
Operation Mongoose: After the Bay of Pigs failure, the CIA continued covert operations against Castro under Operation Mongoose, which involved attempts to destabilize Cuba through sabotage, economic warfare, and even assassination plots against Castro. Kennedy was skeptical of some of the agency's more aggressive plans, causing further friction.
These incidents contributed to an atmosphere of distrust between Kennedy and the CIA, leading some to speculate that certain individuals within the agency may have viewed Kennedy as a threat to their agenda. Stop and think about that. Pretty much since their inception, the CIA has operated as though it was running the country and the President was nothing more than an obstacle for their warped world view.
Oswald’s CIA Connections: The “Man Who Knew Too Much”?
The primary figure in the assassination, Lee Harvey Oswald, has been the subject of much scrutiny regarding his potential connections to the CIA. While the Warren Commission identified Oswald as a "lone nut" acting independently, later investigations, including the House Select Committee on Assassinations (HSCA), raised questions about whether Oswald had deeper ties to U.S. intelligence.
Oswald’s Defection to the Soviet Union: In 1959, Oswald defected to the Soviet Union, a highly unusual move for a former Marine. Despite this, Oswald returned to the United States in 1962 without facing prosecution, raising suspicions that he might have been working for or monitored by the CIA or another intelligence agency. Some researchers argue that Oswald’s defection could have been part of a CIA operation, either to spy on the Soviets or as a false defector program.
Oswald’s Activities in New Orleans and Dallas: Oswald’s movements in the months leading up to the assassination have also fueled speculation about intelligence involvement. In New Orleans, Oswald was seen handing out pro-Castro leaflets, yet he had mysterious ties to anti-Castro Cuban exile groups that were known to be working with the CIA. Some theorists suggest Oswald could have been part of a larger intelligence operation related to Cuba, and that his activities were orchestrated to create a false narrative about his motivations.
Oswald’s Assassination by Jack Ruby: Two days after Oswald was arrested for Kennedy’s murder, he was killed by Jack Ruby, a nightclub owner with alleged connections to organized crime. Ruby's motive for killing Oswald has never been fully understood, and some believe he was silencing Oswald to prevent him from revealing a broader conspiracy.
CIA’s Possible Role in Covering Up Evidence
Another critical piece of the puzzle is the possibility that the CIA may have been involved in covering up information related to the assassination. Over the years, many declassified documents have shown that the agency was not forthcoming with information during the Warren Commission’s investigation. The HSCA’s final report in 1979 concluded that Kennedy’s assassination was likely the result of a conspiracy, and that the CIA had withheld key documents and obstructed certain lines of inquiry.
Operation ZR/RIFLE and the Castro Assassination Plots: In the years following the assassination, it was revealed that the CIA had been involved in several plots to assassinate Fidel Castro. These operations, under the code name ZR/RIFLE, were kept secret from the Warren Commission. Some researchers argue that this history of CIA-backed assassinations points to a potential willingness to carry out or condone similar actions against Kennedy, who was seen by some in the intelligence community as soft on communism.
The Mexico City Mystery: In the weeks before Kennedy’s assassination, Oswald was allegedly spotted at the Cuban and Soviet embassies in Mexico City, reportedly trying to obtain visas to travel to Cuba or the Soviet Union. The CIA had surveillance on both embassies, but much of the information about Oswald’s visit has remained classified or been lost, leading to suspicions of a cover-up. Some theorists believe that Oswald’s actions in Mexico City were part of a CIA operation or that the agency was trying to conceal its knowledge of Oswald’s movements.
James Angleton and CIA Counterintelligence
One of the most mysterious figures linked to the assassination is James Jesus Angleton, the head of CIA counterintelligence at the time. Angleton’s paranoia about Soviet infiltration of the U.S. government and his secretive nature have led some to believe he may have had knowledge of a broader conspiracy.
Angleton’s Role in the JFK Investigation: Angleton oversaw the CIA’s investigation into Oswald’s background, and his office was responsible for tracking Oswald’s activities prior to the assassination. Some believe that Angleton deliberately withheld or manipulated information to protect the CIA or cover up deeper connections to Oswald.
Angleton’s Belief in Conspiracy: In later years, Angleton himself expressed doubts about the official narrative of the assassination. He reportedly told associates that Kennedy’s death was a "false flag" operation, though he did not provide details. Angleton’s cryptic comments have fueled speculation that he knew more about the assassination than he ever revealed.
E. Howard Hunt and the "Deathbed Confession"
One of the more sensational claims of CIA involvement came from E. Howard Hunt, a former CIA operative involved in various covert operations, including the Watergate break-in. In 2007, shortly before his death, Hunt’s son released audio recordings in which Hunt allegedly admitted to being involved in a conspiracy to assassinate Kennedy.
According to Hunt, the conspiracy was orchestrated by high-ranking figures within the CIA, and included individuals like Lyndon B. Johnson, who allegedly had motives to see Kennedy removed from office. Hunt’s claims have been met with skepticism, as there is little direct evidence to support them, but they have added to the overall speculation about CIA involvement. LBJ was not only a racist but a tyrannical viper as well.
The Legacy of the JFK Assassination and CIA Involvement
Despite decades of investigation, the question of whether the CIA played a role in the assassination of John F. Kennedy remains unresolved. While many of the more extreme conspiracy theories have gathered more attention recently, the agency’s history of covert operations, its strained relationship with Kennedy, and its failure to fully cooperate with official investigations have kept suspicions alive.
In 1992, the U.S. Congress passed the JFK Records Act, which led to the declassification of millions of documents related to the assassination. However, many crucial files remain sealed or heavily redacted, fueling further speculation that the CIA may be protecting information that could reveal more about what happened in Dallas on that fateful day in 1963. We definitely know that President Trump followed the recommendation from deep state swamp creature, Mike Pompeo, not to release all of the details. That should be a top priority when President Trump takes office again in January of 2025.
A Tangled Web of Speculation and Secrecy
The notion that the CIA may have been involved in the assassination of John F. Kennedy is one of the most controversial and compelling conspiracy theories of the 20th century. While there is no definitive proof of CIA complicity, the agency’s behavior in the years surrounding the assassination, combined with its secretive nature and history of covert operations, has kept the theory alive in the public imagination.
As long as critical documents remain hidden and key figures remain silent, the possibility of CIA involvement in Kennedy's death will continue to be debated by historians, researchers, and the American public. The JFK assassination remains a symbol of Cold War intrigue, governmental secrecy, and the dark side of intelligence power.
4. The Phoenix Program: CIA's War Crimes in Vietnam (1965–1972)
During the Vietnam War, the CIA was responsible for one of the most disturbing covert programs in U.S. military history: the **Phoenix Program**. The goal of the Phoenix Program was to identify and "neutralize" suspected members of the Viet Cong, the communist-led guerrilla forces fighting against the U.S.-backed South Vietnamese government. This program involved assassination, torture, and the forced relocation of civilians, with tens of thousands of people killed—many of whom were not directly involved in the conflict.
Phoenix Program operatives, often working with the South Vietnamese army, used brutal tactics to extract information from suspected insurgents. Reports of arbitrary arrests, rape, and the murder of innocent civilians have tainted the program’s legacy, making it a symbol of American overreach and war crimes during the Vietnam War.
While the program was designed to weaken the Viet Cong's infrastructure, it is widely regarded as a failure that contributed to the broader moral and strategic disaster of the Vietnam conflict.
5. Domestic Spying and the Civil Liberties Crackdown (1970s–1980s)
After the revelations of COINTELPRO and the Church Committee investigations in the 1970s, which exposed FBI and CIA abuses, both agencies faced new scrutiny. However, this did not mark the end of domestic spying or the overreach of these agencies into American civil liberties.
Operation CHAOS (1967–1974): Launched by the CIA, Operation CHAOS was a massive domestic surveillance program aimed at monitoring anti-Vietnam War activists, civil rights groups, and feminist organizations. The CIA, which was legally barred from conducting domestic operations, collected files on more than 7,000 individuals and over 1,000 domestic organizations. This program further illustrated the willingness of intelligence agencies to target U.S. citizens based on political dissent.
FBI’s Post-COINTELPRO Era: Although COINTELPRO was officially disbanded, the FBI continued to monitor and infiltrate political movements in the 1980s. Environmental activists, labor unions, and organizations like the American Indian Movement (AIM) were often subjected to the same tactics of harassment and surveillance.
6. Operation Condor: CIA’s Support for Latin American Dictatorships (1970s–1980s)
During the 1970s and 1980s, the CIA was deeply involved in Operation Condor, a clandestine campaign of political repression and state terrorism carried out by right-wing military dictatorships in South America. Countries involved in the operation included Argentina, Chile, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Bolivia.
Operation Condor was a coordinated effort to eliminate political opposition, often through the use of assassination, torture, and forced disappearances. The CIA provided training, intelligence, and logistical support to these regimes, all in the name of countering communist influence in the region. Thousands of dissidents, labor leaders, and intellectuals were murdered or disappeared during this dark chapter of Latin American history.
The extent of U.S. involvement in Operation Condor remains controversial, but declassified documents show that the CIA was fully aware of, and in some cases directly supported, the brutal tactics used by these dictatorships.
7. CIA Drug Trafficking Allegations and the Crack Epidemic (1980s–1990s)
During the 1980s, allegations surfaced that the CIA was complicit in the smuggling of drugs into the United States as part of its covert operations to fund anti-communist forces in Central America, particularly the Contras in Nicaragua. This controversy, often referred to as the **CIA-Contra cocaine trafficking** scandal, gained significant attention after investigative journalist Gary Webb published his “Dark Alliance” series in the 1990s.
Webb’s reporting suggested that drug cartels in Latin America, with knowledge and potential support from CIA operatives, were allowed to smuggle cocaine into U.S. cities, where it was processed into crack cocaine. The resulting crack epidemic disproportionately impacted African American communities, leading to widespread addiction, violence, and incarceration.
Although the CIA denied direct involvement, declassified documents and testimonies have pointed to at least a degree of complicity, or at the very least a willful blindness to the consequences of its foreign policy.
8. Warrantless Surveillance and the War on Terror (2001–Present)
Following the September 11, 2001, attacks, the CIA and FBI were granted unprecedented powers to combat terrorism, but these new capabilities often led to widespread abuses. In addition to the aforementioned black sites and torture programs, both agencies were deeply involved in expanding surveillance over American citizens in ways that violated constitutional protections.
Warrantless Wiretapping: The post-9/11 Patriot Act and other emergency measures allowed the FBI and CIA to engage in warrantless wiretapping of phone calls and emails. The NSA's PRISM program, which was revealed by Edward Snowden in 2013, showed how these agencies had overreached, gathering vast amounts of data from ordinary citizens without their knowledge or consent.
Targeting Activists: Even in the post-9/11 era, the FBI has continued its focus on monitoring political activists. Movements such as Occupy Wall Street, Black Lives Matter, and environmentalist groups have been subject to increased surveillance, raising concerns about the erosion of free speech and political organizing in the name of national security.
Conclusion: The Perils of Power Without Accountability
The history of the CIA and FBI over the past 75 years is a cautionary tale of what can happen when government agencies operate with minimal oversight and near-unlimited power. From orchestrating coups in foreign nations to spying on U.S. citizens and engaging in criminal activities to achieve political objectives, these agencies have often crossed ethical and legal boundaries.
With what we now know about two assassination attempts on President Donald J. Trump, it is clear that both the FBI and CIA are working in the background to eliminate the greatest threat to their unchecked power. Every single American citizen should be absolutely mortified and standing up for President Trump and demanding the elimination of the FBI and CIA - with the rest of the corrupt alphabet agencies to follow soon after.