This episode of System Update covers several major news stories. The host begins with the breaking news of former FBI Director James Comey's indictment on two felony charges related to false statements and obstruction of justice during the 2016 Russiagate investigation, providing context including Trump's public demand for the indictment. The show then discusses the forced transfer of TikTok's ownership to a consortium of American billionaires with close ties to Trump and Israel, emphasizing concerns about censorship and data control. Additional topics include the concept of scholastic terrorism, and a bizarre situation in Congress involving the potential release of Epstein files. The host also provides program notes, including information on how to access the podcast version of the show and support the program through their Locals community.
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