Topic: Payment Processor

The host describes a "symbiotic relationship" and informal contract between InfoWars and its audience: the network tells the truth, and the audience supports them via the store. He explains that this model was chosen to avoid reliance on vulnerable platforms like Patreon or big tech subscription models. Every purchase is framed as a direct act of resistance against the "new old order."

Owen Benjamin reports that his streaming platform, Unauthorized.tv, was kicked off its payment processor after it was acquired by a French company. He criticizes the French government under Emmanuel Macron for hypocrisy, claiming the nation promotes "open-mindedness" while aggressively censoring those who question mRNA vaccines. Benjamin directs his audience to support him via Rumble and other alternative payment methods.

InfoWars is highlighted as a primary target of coordinated de-platforming efforts that began after the 2016 election. Despite being removed from major social media platforms and losing access to payment processors, the network has survived through direct audience support. The platform is described as a "canary in the coal mine" for independent media facing institutional censorship.

Donald Trump is reportedly raising $2 billion to build a social media network after being blackballed by U.S. tech infrastructure. The segment details the difficulties of building independent platforms, noting that InfoWars has faced similar challenges with payment processors and server access. Listeners are encouraged to support the network by purchasing storable food and supplements to help build a "launch pad" for the next level of independent media.

Congressional candidate Laura Loomer discusses being banned by the payment processor Stripe shortly after speaking at the Florida State Capitol about tech censorship. She calls for the Republican Party to stop using financial institutions that discriminate against conservatives. Loomer argues that state legislation must include penalties for "debanking" to protect political candidates and citizens.