Lindbergh vs. the Money Trust: Socialism, Labor, and a Bid to Impeach the Fed

https://holylandradio.com -audio streamhttps://t.me/holylandradio -telegramIn this episode of Holy Land Radio, is a reading from Bruce L. Larson’s political biography, Lindbergh of Minnesota, focusing on the chapter “Opponent of War” (pages 206–210). We explore Congressman Charles A. Lindbergh Sr.’s evolving views on socialism—his belief in its desirability but impracticality amid human selfishness—and his interim remedy of removing banks’ control over money and credit. Here is a recount his scrutiny of the Roman Catholic Church prompted by the Free Press Defense League’s allegations, his controversial 1916 House resolution seeking an impartial investigation, and the political backlash that followed. We then examine Lindbergh’s pro-labor stance during the Adamson Eight-Hour Day debate, where he affirmed workers’ rights and, under certain conditions, the necessity of orderly strikes. Finally, we cover his dramatic 1917 move to impeach five Federal Reserve Board members, naming prominent financial firms and calling the Federal Reserve Act unconstitutional—an effort he knew would be shelved but intended to block further “bad legislation.” It is brought to a close with brief personal notes from Lindbergh’s life, including a Mississippi River trip with his son and family correspondence, before pausing at page 210.