Timcast IRL · March 13, 2024 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #980 Biden CONFIRMED To Have Broken Law By GOP, DOJ REFUSES To Prosecute w/Curt Mills
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 980 featured Tim Pool and co-hosts discussing the Robert Hur classified documents report on Biden, with guest Kurt Mills from The American Conservative. The conversation centered on allegations that the White House attempted to influence the special counsel's investigation before its release, with Robert Hur confirming officials requested edits to the draft report. Tim argued this exposed a double standard at the DOJ, noting Hur declined to prosecute Biden despite finding he knowingly mishandled classified materials, citing his poor memory as justification. The panel also discussed Adam Schiff's accusation that Hur was a partisan Republican, with Tim suggesting the DOJ knew exactly what they would get by appointing him. Additional topics included undercover footage of Boeing employees expressing safety concerns about their own planes, with Tim noting the timing of news cycles. The episode included personal moments about Mr. Bocas, Tim's cat, passing away, and well-wishes for Alex Stein who was hospitalized.
TL;DR
- →Robert Hur confirmed before the House Judiciary Committee that White House officials requested edits to his classified documents report before release, contradicting earlier denials of interference
- →The panel discussed Hur's decision not to prosecute Biden despite finding he knowingly mishandled classified materials and even warned his ghostwriter about classified information
- →Tim Pool argued the DOJ exhibits a clear double standard, noting Biden receives leniency due to his 'poor memory' while other defendants face prosecution for similar offenses
- →Kurt Mills from The American Conservative provided conservative perspective on the political implications of the investigation and DOJ decisions
- →Adam Schiff accused Hur of being a partisan Republican trying to help Trump, while Tim suggested the Democrat-controlled DOJ appointed him precisely because they knew his conclusions
- →The show discussed Boeing undercover footage showing employees saying they would not fly on the planes they manufacture, adding to ongoing coverage of the company's safety issues
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Sponsor ReadTim opens with sponsor reads for Castbrew coffee and Mr. Bocas Pumpkin Spice Experience, shares news that his cat Mr. Bocas passed away, and mentions Alex Stein is in the hospital
- 7:00Main Story: Hur TestimonyTim begins discussing Robert Hur's testimony before the House Judiciary Committee about the Biden classified documents investigation
- 15:00Guest Kurt Mills IntroductionTim introduces Kurt Mills, executive director of The American Conservative, who joins the discussion on the DOJ and classified documents case
- 30:00White House Interference ConfirmedPanel discusses how Hur confirmed the White House requested changes to his draft report, with Tim arguing this proves interference
- 45:00Double Standard AnalysisTim and Kurt analyze the DOJ's decision not to prosecute Biden and the political implications for both parties
- 60:00Boeing and Additional StoriesBrief discussion of undercover Boeing footage and other news stories before continuing analysis
Notable Quotes
“Robert identified multiple criteria that had to be met in order to prosecute and Biden met them. But we can't charge him because you know his memory is bad.”
— Tim Pool · opening segment on the Hur report findings
“I think the double standard in the DOJ is obvious. His memory was bad in 2017 when he committed the crime apparently, so why does that matter now?”
— Tim Pool · critique of DOJ decision not to prosecute Biden
“The DOJ knew exactly what they were going to get when they appointed Robert Hur. They wanted someone who would produce a certain result.”
— Kurt Mills · guest analysis of the special counsel appointment
“Democrats like Adam Schiff accused Robert Hur of being a Republican partisan trying to help Trump win. Come on, as if the Democrat DOJ would appoint someone without knowing what they're going to get.”
— Tim Pool · response to Schiff's accusations
“The confirmation that the White House did reach out and try to influence the investigation is the most significant development from this testimony.”
— Kurt Mills · guest perspective on the key takeaway from Hur's testimony