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EPISODE · Apr 19, 2026 · 30 MIN

Is the FBI Targeting Dissent in America? Are We in a Police State?

from The Lean to the Left Podcast

Is the FBI being used to target political dissent in America? Is Trump creating a police state in America?In this revealing interview, retired FBI agent Eric Robinson joins Lean to the Left to expose what’s really happening inside federal law enforcement—and how political pressure may be shaping investigations.Robinson, who served 24 years in the FBI—including work tied to January 6 cases—offers a rare insider perspective on:+ Trump-era directives targeting “left-wing dissent”+ The truth about Antifa investigations+ How FBI priorities shift under different administrations+ First Amendment concerns and law enforcement limits+ The reality of January 6 cases inside the Bureau+ Why the Epstein case represents a major failure of justiceHe also shares his remarkable personal journey—from Baptist minister to FBI SWAT team member—and how his experiences reshaped his views on faith, justice, and America.This is a candid, thought-provoking conversation you won’t hear anywhere else.CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome and Setup00:23 FBI Training Local Police03:22 How Directives Reach Field07:20 Two FBIs Explained08:53 January 6 Case Fallout10:47 Notable Cases and BLM Fraud14:22 From Pastor to FBI16:12 Faith Deconstruction and Family20:45 Epstein Files and Accountability22:23 Book Announcement and Release26:35 Beard Rules and SWAT Story28:04 Wrap Up and Thanks👉 Subscribe for more interviews that focus on substance, not sensationalism.

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