Savage Nation With Michael Savage

Savage speaks to Mike Benz, a former official with the U.S. Department of State and current Executive Director of the Foundation For Freedom Online. Benz critiques the deep state's influence on American enterprises, drawing parallels to historical governmental opposition faced by successful businesses. Benz exposes the controversial government contracts targeting Elon Musk. He expresses alarm over the intertwining of big tech and government, highlighted by Mark Zuckerberg's compliance with censorship requests. Savage echoes this sentiment, comparing the situation to a "protection racket," emphasizing the growing influence of governmental operations that resemble Soviet tactics. Benz shares his mission focused on free speech online, stemming from his experiences in the Trump administration and the State Department. They delve into the complexities of the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict, dissecting U.S. military aid and the political implications of potential changes in leadership in Romania. They then cover th