Topic: Rules Of Engagement

The Militia of Montana monitored the FBI's interaction with the Freeman compound in Jordan, Montana, to prevent a repeat of the Waco siege. John Trochmann claims that pressure from citizens and testimony regarding the anti-terrorism bill in the U.S. Senate forced the FBI to change its rules of engagement. The organization advocates for resolving such standoffs through the court system rather than through military intervention or bloodshed.

Lester Gibson addresses the role of media perception and "spin" regarding the events in Waco, comparing it to the public image of President Bill Clinton. The discussion references the documentary Waco: The Rules of Engagement and the existence of FLIR footage showing the precinct area. Gibson argues that while he cannot control the media narrative, the physical facts of what occurred remain unchanged regardless of the broadcasted version.

The discussion shifts to the 1993 Waco siege and allegations of suppressed evidence, including a door from the Mount Carmel compound that showed incoming gunfire. Reference is made to the documentary "Rules of Engagement" and footage provided by Bob Dacey. The hosts and a caller claim that thermal imaging and physical evidence prove the government fired into the building during the final assault.

Attorney General Janet Reno approved the final assault plan on April 17, 1993. The FBI's internal stipulations for using CS gas included orders to back off if children were threatened, yet also stated that the presence of a child would not stop the insertion of gas. In the days leading up to the fire, the FBI denied the residents batteries for their word processor while delivering typewriter ribbons and, for the first time, unsolicited mail for the children.

Activists encouraged the public to research the Waco siege independently by viewing the documentary "Waco: The Rules of Engagement," which features FBI flare footage. The discussion emphasized the importance of looking at primary evidence, such as the direction of bullet holes in doors, rather than relying on mainstream media narratives. Mike Hanson and Jeff Davis reflected on their initial meetings and their shared commitment to completing the church project.

A discussion on the "scientifically crafted spin" of the media encourages listeners to research the Waco rules of engagement and FBI flare footage. Specific focus is placed on ballistic evidence, such as the direction of bullet holes in missing doors and the presence of 37mm and 40mm explosive fragments. The segment also touches on the partnership between Mike Hanson and Alex Jones in organizing the project.

Alex Jones promotes his KJFK 98.9 radio show while experiencing active radio interference, which he attributes to police "keying down" on his frequency to silence him. He references having footage from the Waco siege that allegedly proves the use of machine guns against men, women, and children. The segment highlights Jones's belief that authorities are actively sabotaging his attempts to broadcast the truth.

During the protest at KXAN, activists argue that six major corporations control the mainstream media and that the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) influences media heads. They demand the station show the "Waco: The Rules of Engagement" footage, which they claim shows federal agents firing on civilians. The protesters also address a previous media report that associated their rally with flag burners, clarifying that they were specifically shredding United Nations flags, not the American flag.

The discussion highlights the "Waco Rules of Engagement" documentary, which allegedly contains footage of federal agents firing on civilians. This is linked to a "scorched earth" policy in Southern Mexico that has caused visible smoke in the Texas sky, a topic reportedly ignored by mainstream outlets. The segment celebrates the expulsion of Delta Force from Austin and San Antonio as a victory against the emerging police state.

A heated exchange occurs between an activist and a former FBI agent who appeared in the documentary "Waco: The Rules of Engagement." The activist accuses the former agent of "soft-pedaling" the government's actions and manufacturing evidence, while the agent defends his role in the negotiation team.

The documentary "Waco: The Rules of Engagement" is discussed, with Jones claiming it proves the FBI used machine guns and flammable CS gas against the Branch Davidian complex. He criticizes the psychological warfare tactics used during the siege, including the 24-hour blaring of "squealing dying rabbits" and heavy metal music. The segment frames the event as an example of an "out of control" government using banned chemical weapons on its own citizens.

Thibodeau argues that the government uses allegations of child beating as a "justification" to prevent public anger over the Waco fire. He promotes an upcoming documentary by William Gizek and Mike McNulty titled "The Rules of Engagement." He reiterates that David Koresh had a cooperative relationship with the local sheriff prior to the ATF's involvement.

Audience members interrogate Agent Littleton, comparing his "just following orders" defense to the Nuremberg trials. They cite specific evidence from the documentary "Waco: The Rules of Engagement," including thermal footage of automatic weapons fire and incendiary devices, while questioning the agent's knowledge of government contingency plans like Rex 84 and FEMA.

Sheriff Fraser reflected on the 1993 Waco siege, stating that local law enforcement should ideally remain in control to prevent federal escalations. She criticized the tactics used at the Mount Carmel Center, suggesting that suspects like David Koresh should be apprehended during routine activities rather than through high-risk assaults. Fraser emphasized the importance of accountability and learning from the "mess" of Waco to avoid similar tragedies.

Mike Hanson introduces archival footage from the 1996 premiere of the documentary Waco: The Rules of Engagement. Hanson describes the historical significance of the event and criticizes the filmmakers for allegedly abandoning Branch Davidian survivor Catherine Madison after her speaking engagement. The footage includes shots of the theater marquee and brief interactions with the audience and directors.

Documentary producer Mike McNulty alleges that British Special Forces were involved in the Waco siege to target British citizens within the Branch Davidian church. The discussion details gruesome forensic claims regarding victims "baking" alive and the mishandling of children's remains in trash piles. Jones criticizes mainstream media for prioritizing human interest stories, like a moose rescue, over coverage of Waco and the Oklahoma City bombing.

Alex Jones and Steve Lane review footage from the Waco site, focusing on the documentary "Waco Rules of Engagement." They dispute FBI claims regarding the volume of ammunition stored at Mount Carmel, arguing that 500,000 rounds could not fit in the designated room. The segment reiterates accusations that federal agents used automatic weapons against fleeing civilians and utilized "soft-soaker" agents to manipulate media narratives.

Bill Clinton and the BATF are accused of orchestrating the Waco massacre to secure agency funding and demonstrate executive power. The documentary Waco: The Rules of Engagement is highlighted for its Academy Award nomination and its portrayal of the 51-day siege. A guest discusses the libertarian perspective that no alleged law-breaking justifies the killing of women and children.

Questions are raised regarding the FBI's decision to insert gas on April 19, 1993, despite high winds that would dissipate the chemical agent. Jeff Jamar's congressional testimony citing "good weather" is challenged, with critics suggesting the conditions were actually conducive to an arson fire rather than gas effectiveness. The segment also critiques the mainstream media for failing to report on FLIR technology evidence that allegedly shows snipers firing at people attempting to flee the burning building.