Topic: Butler

Mark Dice and Alex Jones address theories that the assassination attempt on Donald Trump was staged. They argue that the logistics of such a "false flag" would be impossible and that the event was a real attempt on the president's life. They blame the escalating violent rhetoric from the Democratic Party and mainstream media for radicalizing individuals to commit such acts.

Jason Bermas joins the program to discuss the forensic evidence of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. Bermas argues the event was real, citing bullet holes in a hydraulic crane and the visible impact on Trump's head. He also questions what medications the shooter, Thomas Crooks, may have been on and criticizes the FBI for potentially obstructing red flags prior to the incident.

A humorous music video parodying Donald Trump's reaction to the Butler shooting is played, suggesting the event was a "psyop" to gain public support. Jason Bermas uses the video to highlight the "post-truth" world where people are quick to label every major event as a false flag. He notes that the visible "bald spot" on Trump's head during the incident is evidence that the event was not a carefully staged production.

The discussion compares the security lapses at the Trump hotel to previous incidents in Butler and at Mar-a-Lago involving Ryan Routh. Viva Frei notes that the "illusion of safety" at high-profile events is often exposed by incompetent actors. They dismiss "insane" theories that the event was staged by Erica Kirk, while maintaining that the repeated security failures point to a deeper systemic issue.

Alex Jones reports on a shooting attempt at the White House Correspondents Dinner on Sunday, April 26, 2026. He identifies the suspect as 30-year-old Cole Allen, a Democrat schoolteacher, and disputes claims that Allen successfully entered the ballroom. Jones details his three-hour research process following the event and mentions his appearance on the Sean Johnson show to discuss the facts.

The shooting in Butler, Pennsylvania, is analyzed alongside a previous attempt at Mar-a-Lago involving a shooter allegedly connected to the CIA and Ukraine. Jones argues that the Butler event could not have been staged, citing acoustic evidence of a second shooter and the trajectory of bullets that killed a bystander. He defends the public's right to question official narratives given the history of government and media deception.

A caller asks Jones to debunk a theory regarding a "bond servant ritual" involving Trump's ear being pierced during the Butler shooting. Jones dismisses the idea that a sniper could perfectly pierce an ear to fulfill a messianic ritual as "insane." He also addresses the "clumsy" acting of Kash Patel in videos following the recent gala shooting, suggesting it stems from genuine confusion rather than a conspiracy.

Speculation arises that Donald Trump may have been a "Trojan horse" or was significantly changed following the events in Butler, Pennsylvania. His recent policy shifts on the border and the economy are described as the polar opposite of his original platform. The Iran conflict is framed as a "trap" that could lead to a full-scale ground invasion, potentially ending his political legacy and leading to a midterm blowout.

The host and a caller discuss Major General Smedley Butler's "War is a Racket" philosophy, arguing that foreign interference rarely benefits the American people. Joe Kent's resignation is highlighted as a modern example of a highly decorated veteran speaking out against a disastrous military plan. Kent is defended against accusations of leading a "neo-Nazi coup," with the host instead blaming Israeli influence for controlling U.S. foreign policy.

Rhodes and Witzman speculate that the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, was a "message" from the deep state to coerce his cooperation. They discuss the influence of campaign manager Suzy Wilds and the potential for blackmail involving the Jeffrey Epstein files. Witzman suggests Trump must release all Epstein-related documents to truly save the Republic.

Max Blumenthal claims that Israeli intelligence and the FBI manufactured plots to convince Trump that Iran was trying to assassinate him. He cites the trial of Asif Merchant as a "cooked up" plot by FBI informants. The segment suggests the Butler, Pennsylvania assassination attempt on Trump was part of a complex setup to push him toward war.

The Pentagon and White House are framing current military actions against Iran as preemptive defensive measures to prevent an imminent attack on the United States or Israel. Alex Jones disputes the narrative that Iran was behind the assassination attempts on Donald Trump in Butler and Mar-a-Lago, suggesting these claims are being used as a pretext for war. He compares the current intelligence environment to the lead-up to the Iraq War, where false claims of assassination plots against George H.W. Bush were used to justify invasion.

Independent journalist Ken Silva analyzes 41 pages of heavily redacted FBI documents regarding Thomas Crooks, obtained via a Judicial Watch lawsuit. The records reveal Crooks was hospitalized in May 2024 for a redacted incident and that a "mysterious van" from Arizona was searched by a bomb squad near the Butler rally site. Silva notes that over 44,000 pages of records remain undisclosed by the Justice Department.

The survival of Donald Trump at the Butler, Pennsylvania rally is viewed as a divine intervention, yet his legacy is said to be at risk if he fails to dismantle the Deep State. Warnings are issued regarding the "8647" protocol, a reference to alleged deep-state efforts to remove or neutralize the President. Supporters express frustration that no high-level arrests were made during his first term, leading to the current emboldened state of his political opponents.

Judge Boasberg is criticized for refusing to testify before Congress, while Kash Patel and Dan Bongino are accused of "covering" for the deep state. Rhodes questions why Patel has not been more aggressive regarding the J6 investigation or the Butler shooting. He argues that even if these figures have been threatened, their primary duty remains to the Constitution.

Viva Frei and Alex Jones discuss the "unforced errors" of the Trump administration, including public conflicts with Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie. Frei argues that attacking loyal populist members of government is a "losing battle" that fractures the movement. The segment touches on the security failures at the Butler, Pennsylvania rally and the ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein files.

New details regarding Thomas Matthew Crooks, the July 13th shooter in Butler, Pennsylvania, suggest a scrubbed social media presence involving "furry" fetishes and leftist ideologies. Critics question the FBI's initial findings and the testimonies of Kash Patel and Dan Bongino, suggesting a cover-up of potential accomplices. Tucker Carlson's recent reporting on the matter is cited as a catalyst for renewed scrutiny of the Secret Service and DOJ's handling of the case.

Attorney Joseph McBride joins the program to discuss the discovery of Thomas Matthew Crooks's social media history on DeviantArt, which the FBI previously claimed did not exist. McBride argues that the shooter's transition from right-wing to far-left "they/them" ideology was intentionally hidden by the Biden-era DOJ. The segment highlights the failure of the Secret Service in Butler and calls for transparency from the current administration regarding potential accomplices.

The discussion focuses on the tactical failures during the Butler shooting and the subsequent attempt by Ryan Routh at Mar-a-Lago. Joseph McBride and the host demand that Kash Patel and Dan Bongino provide a meticulous public presentation of the facts to restore trust. They argue that the American public deserves answers regarding the security stand-down and the true ideological motivations of the shooters targeting Donald Trump.

Evidence of a second shooter in the Butler assassination attempt is discussed, citing investigations by Doug Hagman and reports from Jack Posobiec. Witnesses and private investigators reportedly faced intimidation from FBI agents during their inquiries. The segment frames these actions as part of a broader effort by the previous administration to hide the truth about the July 13th events.