Topic: Marines

Reports from the May 10th Metro and State section of the Statesman suggest that secret military teams, including Marines and Delta Force, are practicing takeovers of police stations, water facilities, and communication systems in cities like Chicago. A helicopter crash in Houston was allegedly covered up by the media. These exercises are framed as preparations for potential chemical or biological terrorist attacks on domestic soil.

Discussions at the site turned toward the perceived merger of the U.S. military and domestic police forces. Claims were made regarding Marines training for urban warfare in new black and gray uniforms and the alleged presence of Delta Force during the initial 1993 search warrant execution. References to the Texas Rangers' website were used to support claims of high-explosive rounds and mines being used during the original siege.

The conversation focuses on the 1966 University of Texas tower shooting. Mike Hanson shares a newspaper clipping featuring his father, who was an ambulance driver during the event, and they discuss how armed citizens helped pin down the shooter, Charles Whitman.

Steven Crear Sr., President of the Republic of Texas, issues an open letter protesting the killing of 18-year-old Ezequiel Hernandez Jr. by U.S. Marines in Polvo Crossing, Texas. The statement condemns the Marines' actions and the failure of the United States and the State of Texas to bring the perpetrators to justice or compensate the grieving family. The host prepares to show exclusive footage related to the incident on the Texas border.

The guests describe the emotional toll on the Hernandez family in Redford, Texas, noting that the parents had to leave the area temporarily to cope with the grief. They detail how the Marine reconnaissance patrol tracked Ezequiel for 20 minutes before the fatal shot was fired. The community of El Polvo is described as a tight-knit area where residents were unaware of the armed military presence on their land.

The host plays devil's advocate, questioning if the Marines acted in self-defense. The guests argue that the Marines failed to identify themselves, which would have likely caused Hernandez to halt. They discuss the ongoing investigation by District Attorney Alberto Valadez in Presidio County, who is seeking grand jury indictments against the Marines involved in the shooting.

The guests discuss gathering information from shortwave radio and local research to correct media errors regarding the location of the shooting (Redford vs. Redlands). They highlight the confusion between the Presidio County Sheriff, the U.S. Border Patrol, and the Marine Corps, noting that local law enforcement was initially unaware that military surveillance was being conducted in the area.

The program airs the investigative footage from Redford, Texas. John Segura walks through the location where Ezequiel Hernandez Jr. grazed his goats. He points out the specific ravine where the Marines were hidden and the telephone pole near the Hernandez residence where the fatal shot was fired. The footage highlights the proximity of the military surveillance team to the family home.

The segment concludes with a call for accountability and a formal apology from the Marine Corps to the Hernandez family. The guests praise District Attorney Alberto Valadez for his efforts to bring indictments. The host and guests finish the program by emphasizing the need for justice and the protection of citizens from mistaken identity by military personnel on domestic soil.

Jeff Davis previews upcoming segments, including a follow-up on the shooting of 18-year-old Ezequiel Hernandez by U.S. Marines near the Mexican border. He also announces exclusive footage from the pre-trial of Rick McLaren, the "Ambassador to the Republic of Texas," following the May 1997 standoff with the Department of Public Safety (DPS).

A 29-year-old Gulf War Marine veteran discusses his struggle with arthritis and his participation in medical trials. The segment includes a review of a photo album from the Persian Gulf War, showing destroyed Russian MIGs on an airfield and the activities of the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions.

Active-duty personnel and high-ranking officers have privately expressed support for Michael New, though many fear publicizing their stance due to career risks. A former Marine Corps colonel and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, Ray Howell, noted a deterioration in leadership integrity within the upper ranks of the military. This shift is characterized by a "cover your tail" mentality among officers who prioritize their retirements over standing up for their subordinates or constitutional principles.

The conversation concludes with observations on how Michael New's case has influenced military recruitment, with potential Marines now questioning recruiters about their obligation to serve under the United Nations. One speaker shares a personal anecdote about joining the Navy during the Vietnam War instead of the Marines. The segment ends with plans for a future interview involving Arizona news and a referral to radio host Alex Jones.

Lieutenant Sid Hale, a SWAT instructor, confirms that local police units train with elite military groups like the Navy SEALs and Marines in "urban movement" and "maritime interdiction." While some of this training is classified, it is justified by officials as a necessary response to well-armed criminals. However, critics view this as the balkanization of the country and a destruction of the mental capacity of the citizenry.

Jones cites reports of military teams practicing takeovers of public utilities in American cities. He also references a recent law in Germany allowing the bugging of homes, warning that similar "Big Brother" measures are being introduced in the U.S. under the guise of safety.

Lieutenant Sid Hale of the LA Sheriff's Department admits to joint training exercises with Marines and Navy SEALs for urban movement and hostage rescue. Alex Jones expresses alarm over the "top secret" nature of these local police interactions with federal special operations units.

A report details a Marine Force Recon exercise in Hebron, Maryland, where troops allegedly conducted mock door-to-door gun confiscations under the guise of medical drills. Locally, the Travis County Sheriff's Department is looking to acquire free armored personnel carriers from military surplus. Lieutenant Beck emphasizes that the department's mission remains strictly law enforcement despite the acquisition of military-grade hardware.

The presence of Marines at the Travis County Command Center is explained as recruiters conducting background checks on applicants rather than a military takeover. Mike Hanson concludes the segment by promoting his YouTube channels, including the Mike Hanson Archives and Waco Archives. He requests donations to fund the digitization of 25 years of investigative video tapes.

Attorney Jack Zimmerman recounts his personal interactions with Steve and Judy Schneider inside the Mount Carmel Center, describing them as educated, decent people rather than the "monsters" portrayed by the media. He details the spartan conditions they endured, including a lack of running water, and notes Judy's decision to stay with her child despite an infected hand wound.

A former Recon Marine who served in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos challenges the ATF agent's conscience, stating that the tactics used at Waco mirrored illegal warfare he witnessed abroad. Other citizens express their anger over the militarization of local police and the high tax burden used to fund federal agencies they now view as tyrannical.