In a recent appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, former Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard shared a concerning anecdote about the FBI’s visit to her friend in rural Hawaii. Gabbard recounted how her friend, residing in the small community of Lāʻie on the island of Oahu, was approached by the FBI simply because he had attended the January 6 events in Washington D.C.
Detailing the incident, Gabbard expressed her astonishment at the FBI’s actions, noting that her friend was not arrested or charged with any offense. She questioned the rationale behind targeting individuals years after the event, particularly in a remote Mormon community like Lāʻie.
Gabbard criticized the FBI’s extensive data collection efforts, highlighting their scrutiny of individuals based on cell phone data, flight records, and hotel bookings. She denounced these tactics as “scare tactics” employed by the government for political purposes, warning of the dangers posed by such actions.
During the podcast discussion, both Gabbard and Rogan raised concerns about the allocation of resources, questioning why the FBI prioritizes investigating individuals for peaceful participation in political events over addressing pressing issues such as border security.
Rogan emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability, questioning the FBI’s lack of disclosure regarding their presence at the January 6 events and the subsequent investigations. Gabbard echoed this sentiment, calling for greater transparency from law enforcement agencies.
