Has Politics Destroyed The CIA?
Dave Rubin of The Rubin Report talks to former CIA officer and host of The President’s Daily Brief podcast Mike Baker about the current state of intelligence agencies, the injection of politics into these organizations, and potential reforms. In other words, Baker asks if polices has destroyed the CIA and how the agency can be fixed.
Baker offers his insights into the CIA’s operations, emphasizing its apolitical nature during his time. He talks about the challenges posed by political influence, the importance of effective oversight and the need for clear communication between intelligence agencies and the Oval Office.
Also he delves into the complexities of intelligence work and the impact of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives on operational effectiveness


