In this RedState article…
- Former CIA Director John Ratcliffe sharply criticized media narratives during a press conference, accusing outlets of distorting key intelligence details.
- He pushed back against claims tied to recent national security developments, suggesting the public is being misled.
- Ratcliffe defended past intelligence actions and decisions, arguing they were justified based on the information available at the time.
- He warned that selective leaks and biased reporting are eroding public trust in U.S. intelligence institutions.
- The remarks come amid growing scrutiny over intelligence agencies and their involvement in shaping geopolitical narratives.
- Ratcliffe emphasized the need for transparency but insisted that protecting classified information remains essential.
- He framed the issue as part of a broader problem of politicization within intelligence and media circles.
Read the full story: https://redstate.com/smoosieq/2026/04/06/ratcliffe-at-presser-n2201012
