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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 27 MIN

Fake Victory, Iranian Shadow Fleet Lie Exposed plus FBI Expands Probe into Scientist Deaths

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1. U.S.–Iran Conflict and Ceasefire Pressure The U.S.–Iran ceasefire is set to expire, with President Trump threatening renewed bombing if negotiations fail. Iran will not send a delegation to Washington, and JD Vance did not travel as expected. Trump claims: The U.S. has destroyed Iran’s navy, air force, radar, missiles, and leadership The situation amounts to de facto regime change, even if indirect The U.S. fully controls strategic waterways (the Strait) Trump frames negotiations as Iran having “no choice” due to military dominance. He states willingness to continue or escalate military action as leverage in talks. 2. Disinformation and Media Narratives Claims that 26 Iranian ships evaded a U.S. blockade are labeled as false and propaganda. U.S. officials assert: Iranian vessels are being turned back or seized The so‑called “shadow fleet” is not bypassing enforcement A Democratic senator (Chris Murphy) is accused of publicly celebrating false reports, which the speaker frames as politically and morally egregious. 3. Missing / Deceased U.S. Scientists Investigation The FBI is leading investigations into at least 10 cases involving: Disappearances Unexplained deaths Homicides Individuals were tied to sensitive facilities, including: NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory Los Alamos National Laboratory No confirmed link between cases yet; officials caution against conspiracy theories. Some lawmakers raise concerns about possible foreign targeting (China, Russia, Iran). Trump calls the situation “serious stuff” but hopes cases are coincidental. 4. DOJ Indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) The DOJ announces an 11‑count indictment against the SPLC, including: Wire fraud False statements to banks Conspiracy to commit money laundering Allegations claim SPLC: Secretly funded leaders of violent extremist groups (KKK, Aryan Nations, Nazi‑affiliated groups) Used shell companies and fake organizations to conceal payments Funneled over $3 million between 2014–2023 The SPLC is accused of publicly denouncing extremism while secretly financing it The FBI and DOJ characterize this as a decade‑long, deliberate fraud scheme Investigation is ongoing, with additional charges possible. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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