Badlands Daily: 12/16/25 – Cartels, Ceasefires, and Cracks in the Narrative
Description
In this December 16 episode of Badlands Daily, CannCon and Ghost unpack a packed news cycle spanning domestic accountability and global flashpoints. The hosts break down escalating U.S. action against narco trafficking routes, including maritime strikes and the classification of fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, while examining how cartel activity, border security, and political leadership collide. The conversation moves into geopolitics, with analysis of Venezuela, Ukraine, NATO fractures, and growing unrest across Europe. The episode also dives into Israel-Gaza ceasefire tensions, internal pressure on Netanyahu, and rising concerns over censorship, antisemitism narratives, and government overreach. Back home, the show covers bombshell developments involving the FBI, DOJ, election integrity, and high-profile accountability efforts. As always, the discussion blends sharp analysis, candid commentary, and connective threads that challenge prevailing narratives.
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