Underground Dispatch: Trump-Hating Antifa Sympathizer Unmasked as Secret Service Agent
Antifa, anarchist views, and a Secret Service badge—discover the shocking story of the agent on VP Kamala Harris's detail and what it means for President-elect Trump.
November 19, 2024
Welcome to the very first edition of Underground Dispatch, a bi-weekly newsletter bringing the stories the media buries straight to your inbox!
This week, we bring you two critical stories that highlight the fragility of trust in our institutions. First, disturbing revelations about a Secret Service agent accused of harboring radical political views and openly despising those he’s sworn to protect. As President-elect Trump prepares to take office, this case raises urgent questions about the agency’s hiring standards, political bias, and overall integrity.
Second, we uncover the slow erosion of the internet’s memory, with archiving tools like Archive.org going dark and Google quietly removing cached pages. These developments strike at the very foundation of accountability in a digital age, where controlling access to information is akin to controlling reality itself.
But that’s not all—this edition also covers other underreported stories that help us better understand the undercurrents shaping our government and democracy. Underground Dispatch is here to shine a light on the narratives legacy media and institutions would rather you ignore, equipping you to see through their spin and stay ahead of the curve.
Why does it matter? When our government and institutions bend the rules or bury the truth, they're not just targeting individuals—they're undermining the fabric that holds this country together.
In this edition of Underground Dispatch:
Secret Service Scandal: A Secret Service agent accused of having Antifa ties and posting anti-Trump rhetoric online sparks an internal investigation. With concerns about ideological bias and weakened hiring standards, the controversy raises serious questions about the agency's ability to safeguard the President-elect.
The Internet’s Vanishing Memory: Is the adage "the Internet never forgets" becoming a thing of the past? From Archive.org going dark to Google ditching key tools, we’re witnessing a disturbing trend in online censorship and data erasure. What does this mean for accountability, free speech, and preserving the truth?
FEMA’s Political Disaster: A Florida FEMA official allegedly instructed relief workers to avoid homes displaying Trump campaign signs, leaving disaster victims without aid. What does this say about FEMA’s impartiality, and could it point to a wider pattern of politically motivated service? I break it down, from whistleblower complaints to upcoming congressional hearings.
Kamala Harris’s Campaign Cash Questions: New revelations show Harris’s campaign donated big bucks to advocacy groups and celebrities right before receiving glowing endorsements and softball media interviews. Is this just savvy strategy, or is it a troubling example of transactional politics?
Biden’s Administration Under the Microscope: With Republicans taking full control of Congress and the White House, House Speaker Mike Johnson is demanding that federal departments preserve every record from the Biden era. What will these investigations uncover, and how far will the GOP go in exposing the last four years?
Democratic Governors’ "Nonpartisan" Power Play: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Colorado Governor Jared Polis launch a coalition to "safeguard democracy" in response to Trump’s return—but their talking points and timing suggest this might be more about boosting their 2028 ambitions than protecting the country.
The Secret Service’s Secret Problem: An Agent’s Radical Ties Raise Alarms
As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to transition into office, disturbing allegations have surfaced about a Secret Service agent tasked with protecting key government officials. Reports reveal that Thomas Jack "TJ" Hamil, a Secret Service agent with six years of experience, has a documented history of incendiary online posts under a now-deleted Reddit account. These posts include labeling Trump’s policies as "Nazi-ass policies," calling Trump supporters "chodes" and "neo-Nazis," and expressing admiration for anarcho-communist ideologies.
Currently assigned to Vice President Kamala Harris's protective detail, Hamil's social media activity has prompted an internal investigation by the Secret Service, with his duties reportedly modified pending review. This revelation raises serious questions about the agency's hiring standards and whether individuals with such strong ideological biases can effectively fulfill their protective roles, particularly for figures they openly despise.
Highlights
Social Media Activity: Hamil’s now-deleted Reddit posts reveal extreme animosity toward Trump and his supporters, describing them in terms evocative of Nazi Germany. He also credits Antifa podcasts, particularly those hosted by anarchist Robert Evans, for radicalizing his worldview.
Investigative Status: The Secret Service has launched an internal review but has not yet disciplined Hamil, citing the need to confirm the posts' authenticity.
Lowered Standards: Whistleblowers within the Secret Service have pointed to a decade-long decline in vetting processes, including diminished physical fitness and drug use standards, and a lack of psychological evaluations. They also note a growing prioritization of DEI hiring over traditional qualifications.
Historical Parallels: The situation echoes a 2017 controversy involving a senior Secret Service agent, Kerry O’Grady, who openly refused to take a bullet for Trump. O’Grady remained on paid administrative leave for years before retiring with full benefits.
Underground Analysis
The revelations regarding Hamil highlight a concerning trend of weakened internal standards within the Secret Service, where political bias among agents jeopardizes the integrity of the agency's mission. This is not simply a partisan issue—these concerns strike at the heart of public trust in one of the nation’s most critical protective institutions.
When agents openly harbor hostility toward those they are sworn to protect, it not only endangers the safety of the individuals but also erodes confidence in the Secret Service’s ability to function without bias. As Trump returns to the presidency amid heightened political tensions, the timing reveals the potential risks.
This incident not only has immediate consequences but also reveals deeper systemic issues within the agency. If hiring and vetting practices prioritize ideological diversity over professional qualifications and psychological readiness, the Secret Service is a politicized entity rather than an impartial shield for the nation’s leaders.
Beneath the Surface
This story isn’t just about one rogue agent—it’s a symptom of a deeper institutional issue one that appears to have escalated during the Biden administration. As hiring standards fall and politically motivated individuals infiltrate critical government positions, the broader question becomes: How many more Thomas Hamil-like figures operate in sensitive roles across federal agencies?
With political violence fears at a high and two recent assassination attempts on Trump, this situation should prompt immediate reforms to hiring, vetting, and oversight within the Secret Service. For Trump, one of his most crucial first-term decisions will be appointing a new Secret Service director who can restore integrity and public trust in this essential agency. Who will that be?
Dig Deeper
Senior Secret Service agent suggests she wouldn’t take ‘a bullet’ for Trump - Washington Examiner
Sarah Crabtree Report - Real Clear Politics
Exclusive: Trump-hating ‘Antifa’ and online extremist is a US Secret Service Agent - Justice Reports
DISTURBING: Radical Trump-Hater Who Supports Communist Antifa Allegedly Unmasked as Secret Service Agent – Agency Launches Investigation - Gateway Pundit
Oversight Panel Investigates Secret Service ‘DEI’ Practices - Real Clear Politics
Censorship Creeps into the Shadows: Is the Internet Losing Its Memory?
We’re living in an age where censorship is no longer just a buzzword—it’s happening, and it’s getting worse. Mainstream platforms like YouTube and Google are cracking down harder than ever, sidelining alternative voices and making it harder to find content that doesn’t fit the mainstream narrative. Big-name podcasters are leaving these platforms altogether in search of places where they can actually speak freely. But the issue isn’t just about censorship you can see—there are also sneaky, behind-the-scenes moves like burying search results or cutting off access to online archives. And now, with key tools disappearing, I’m left wondering if the internet’s memory is slowly being erased.
Highlights
Podcasters on the Move: Facing bans and algorithm tricks, voices like Brownstone have abandoned platforms like YouTube in favor of Rumble, where they can prioritize free speech over huge audiences. Even Joe Rogan’s interview with Donald Trump—a massive hit with 34 million views—was buried by YouTube and Google’s search results, forcing Rogan to take it to X just to stay visible.
Archives Going Dark: Archive.org, one of the most important tools for preserving internet history, hasn’t archived anything new since a huge DDOS attack in October. That means for almost a month, we’ve had no way to save or verify content online—a dangerous blackout during a crucial election period.
More Tools Gone: On top of this, Google recently shut down its cached page service. This tool, which let users see older versions of websites or verify changes, disappeared just before Archive.org went offline. With both of these tools out of action, it’s becoming way harder to track changes, check facts, or hold anyone accountable for what they post online.
Underground Analysis
These aren’t just technical hiccups; they’re major red flags. Archive.org going dark means we’ve lost one of the key ways to preserve and verify internet history. No archives? No accountability. And with Google ditching cached pages, there’s another piece of the puzzle gone. The result? A world where the people who control the platforms can decide what gets remembered and what gets erased.
Think about it: what happens when the record of what someone said or did can just vanish? Politicians, corporations, and even news outlets could change or delete their words, and we’d have no way to prove it. This isn’t just inconvenient—it’s dangerous.
Beneath the Surface
In 1984, George Orwell warned of a world where history was edited in real-time to align with the “accepted narrative,” with records erased and rewritten to serve those in power. It’s not fiction anymore. When platforms bury content, archiving tools disappear, and search engines prioritize certain results, the parallels to Orwell’s Memory Hole are undeniable.
The disappearance of tools like Archive.org and Google’s cached pages isn’t just a glitch; it’s a direct assault on the ability to document history. In a world where most information is digital, erasing or altering that information becomes terrifyingly easy. The powerful can simply rewrite reality, and without the tools to preserve and verify the truth, we’re left with only the narrative they want us to see.
This isn’t just about censorship—it’s about controlling the record of our time. Right now, private companies and governments are pushing for “multi-stakeholder” internet governance, which sounds collaborative but hands the reins to elites who can decide what stays online and what vanishes. As Orwell wrote, “Who controls the past controls the future. Who controls the present controls the past.”
If we don’t act now, the internet’s memory could be irreparably damaged, making it harder to hold anyone accountable. The loss of these tools isn’t just a technical problem—it’s a cultural one. How do we document history when the keepers of information have the power to erase it?
The fight for a free, open, and accountable internet is more critical than ever. Without it, the truth becomes whatever the powerful say it is, and the rest of us are left in the dark.
Dig Deeper
They Are Scrubbing the Internet Right Now - Brownstone Institute
Internet History Hacked, Wayback Machine Down—31 Million Passwords Stolen - Forbes
The Wayback Machine Is Back (at Least for Now) - LifeHacker
FEMA Official Ordered Relief Workers to Skip Homes with Trump Signs
A bombshell report by The Daily Wire on November 8 revealed allegations that a FEMA supervisor in Florida ordered relief workers to skip homes displaying Trump campaign signs after Hurricane Milton. This act of political discrimination sparked outrage and triggered a federal investigation, with FEMA promptly removing the official, Marn’i Washington, from her position. Now, the controversy has reached the halls of Congress, with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell set to testify today and tomorrow before two House committees.
Highlights
The Directive: Marn’i Washington is accused of instructing relief workers to bypass homes with Trump signs, allegedly leaving at least 20 homes in Lake Placid, Florida, without aid after Hurricane Milton.
The Evidence: Text messages from FEMA workers and witness testimony support the claim that Washington issued the politically charged directive.
The Fallout: A whistleblower complaint alleges blatant political discrimination and warns of the broader implications for public trust in FEMA’s neutrality.
The Defense: Washington, in a Monday interview with Dan Abrams Live, denied the allegations, insisting she was framed and claiming she was merely following orders from higher-ups within FEMA.
Legal Action: Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit against both Washington and Criswell, alleging a conspiracy to deny federal aid based on political affiliation and seeking damages for violations of Floridians’ civil rights.
The Investigation and Testimony
FEMA quickly removed Washington and launched an internal investigation. The agency’s spokesman stated they are “deeply disturbed” by the allegations. Meanwhile, Criswell is facing mounting scrutiny as she testifies before the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee today and the House Oversight Committee tomorrow. Lawmakers will probe whether this was an isolated incident or evidence of systemic bias within FEMA.
Washington’s statements complicate the narrative, as she claims to have been following orders from FEMA leadership. This raises questions about how deep the issue goes and whether more incidents of politically selective aid distribution have occurred.
Underground Analysis
FEMA’s mission is to provide impartial disaster relief to all Americans, regardless of their political affiliations. If these claims are true, it represents a gross violation of public trust and undermines FEMA’s credibility. The notion that aid could be withheld from people in need simply because of a sign on their lawn is both unethical and alarming.
Washington’s assertion that similar actions occurred in the Carolinas and her claim that FEMA leadership was aware add an even darker dimension. Congress’s investigation into this matter could reveal systemic issues, including whether DEI or other agency priorities have overshadowed FEMA’s core mission.
Beneath the Surface
Deanne Criswell’s testimony is pivotal. If lawmakers uncover more examples of political bias or mismanagement, it will further erode public trust in FEMA and hopefully lead to sweeping reforms. In a nation where disaster relief is often a lifeline, any suggestion of partisanship within the agency should alarm all Americans, regardless of their political beliefs.
The stakes couldn’t be higher. With public trust in government already at historic lows, this incident may be a test case for holding agencies accountable for putting politics over their mission. Justice and accountability can't come soon enough for those impacted by Hurricane Milton and Helene.
Stay tuned as this story develops. Criswell’s testimony today and tomorrow could be the turning point in understanding the depth of how far this political bias has infiltrated FEMA—and potentially expose how it has spread throughout the administrative state.
Dig Deeper
EXCLUSIVE: FEMA Official Ordered Relief Workers To Skip Houses With Trump Signs - Daily Wire
FEMA worker Marni Washington breaks silence on not helping Trump-voting hurricane victims - Daily Mail
‘A Colossal Event’: Ex-FEMA Supervisor Says Not Helping Trump Supporters With Disaster Relief Is Not ‘Isolated’ Event - Daily Caller
FEMA Chief To Face Two House Grillings In One Day - Daily Wire
FEMA skipping homes in disaster areas sparks calls for federal probe - Just the News
Marn'i Washington, fired FEMA employee, says she was 'framed' in Trump sign-skipping scandal - Washington Times
Pay to Play? Kamala Harris’s Campaign Donations Cast Shadow on Media Support and Celebrity Endorsements
A new report from The Washington Free Beacon spills some interesting tea: Kamala Harris’s campaign apparently made big donations to Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network (NAN) and other advocacy groups right before scoring glowing interviews and endorsements. Hmm. This has people wondering—how much of Harris’s public support from these big names was genuine, and how much was, well… bought?
Highlights
Money Talks, Interviews Walk: Harris’s campaign dropped $500,000 in two payments to Sharpton’s NAN—one on September 5 and another on October 1. Fast forward a few weeks, and Sharpton invited Harris onto his MSNBC show PoliticsNation for what turned out to be a super friendly interview. He gushed about her “historic campaign” and conveniently skipped the tough questions.
What About Disclosure?: Sharpton didn’t mention the donations during the interview, and neither NAN nor MSNBC had anything to say when asked for comment. This lack of transparency has critics calling foul and accusing Sharpton of a conflict of interest.
Spreading the Wealth: And Sharpton wasn’t the only one getting campaign cash. Harris’s team shelled out a jaw-dropping $5.4 million to advocacy groups and key figures. This included a cool $1 million to Oprah Winfrey’s production company and hundreds of thousands to Black and Latino advocacy groups in battleground states.
Underground Analysis
Let’s be real—Harris was struggling to connect with voters, especially Black and Latino men. So her campaign turned to big checks and PR moves to try and win them over. Sharpton’s overly flattering interview is just one example of how Harris’s team seemingly used money to grease the wheels for endorsements and media coverage.
It’s not just about one interview, though. The whole strategy feels manufactured, like the campaign was trying to create the illusion of widespread support rather than earning it organically. From Sharpton tossing softball questions to other endorsements that came right after hefty donations, this all feels more like a polished ad campaign than a genuine groundswell of enthusiasm. And in the end? The strategy didn’t work—Harris still struggled in the polls.
Beneath the Surface
What we’re seeing here is part of a growing trend in politics: influence as a transaction. Campaigns are leaning more and more on their wallets to secure support and shape public narratives. Harris’s campaign essentially used donations as investments, expecting glowing endorsements and media coverage in return.
This raises some big questions. Are we, as voters, being sold a narrative that’s been curated with cash? When campaigns rely on money instead of grassroots energy, it creates a flashy illusion of momentum, but how much of it is real?
As more stories like this come out, it could push voters to demand more transparency in future campaigns. Nobody wants to feel like the political endorsements they’re seeing are just another part of a giant PR machine. At the end of the day, voters are looking for authentic connections—not ones forged by the highest bidder.
Dig Deeper
Kamala Harris Campaign Gave $500k to Al Sharpton’s Nonprofit Weeks Before Glowing Interview With Anti-Semitic MSNBC Host - Washington Free Beacon
Harris campaign donated $500K to Al Sharpton’s nonprofit before softball MSNBC interview - New York Post
Harris Campaign Gave $500K to Al Sharpton’s Org Before Their MSNBC Interview - Breitbart
How Kamala Harris plowed through $1 billion - Washington Examiner
"Nonpartisan" Group Against Trump? Blue State Governors Double Down on Controversial Policies Despite Public Sentiment
In a move that’s being billed as "nonpartisan" (but let’s be real, it’s not), Democratic governors JB Pritzker of Illinois and Jared Polis of Colorado have rolled out a new coalition called Governors Safeguarding Democracy (GSD). The idea? To protect "state-level democracy" under President-elect Trump. The catch? Both governors are from deep-blue states, and their big talking points—illegal immigration and “reproductive rights”—don’t exactly scream broad appeal, especially given the recent political shift in public opinion.
Highlights
"Nonpartisan" in Name Only: GSD is led by two ambitious Democratic governors, both with clear aspirations for the White House. So far, no Republican governors are involved, and the group hasn’t shared any plans for bipartisan participation. Shocker.
Immigration Spotlight: GSD’s opposition to Trump’s potential deportation policies comes at a time when most Americans seem to have had enough of unchecked illegal immigration. A recent Scripps News/Ipsos poll shows 54% of Americans now back mass deportations, and immigration ranked as the second-biggest issue in the 2024 election. Many voters tie it to rising crime and financial stress on local governments.
Abortion Politics: GSD’s emphasis on "reproductive rights" feels a bit... off. Trump has made it crystal clear he’s not pushing for a national abortion ban, and Congress doesn’t have the votes to pass one anyway. Critics say this focus is more about scaring voters than tackling actual policy concerns.
Ignoring the Shift: The coalition seems oblivious to the fact that states like California, New York, and Illinois saw voters shift noticeably to the right in 2024. By clinging to hot-button issues that contributed to Democratic losses, GSD risks alienating an electorate that just gave Trump a second term.
Underground Analysis
At first glance, GSD looks like it’s less about "defending democracy" and more about giving Pritzker and Polis a platform to boost their national profiles. Let’s face it—both are eyeing 2028, and this coalition feels like a warm-up act for their campaigns. But here’s the problem: they’re doubling down on the exact issues that just cost Democrats big. Immigration and abortion may rile up their base, but those aren’t winning issues for a broader audience right now. This feels more like political theater than a serious attempt to address threats to democracy.
Beneath the Surface
GSD isn’t just a policy play—it’s the opening move in the Democrats’ scramble for relevance after Biden. Pritzker and Polis are casting themselves as progressive warriors ready to take on Trump, but their timing couldn’t be worse. The country is tired of partisan showmanship, and voters—even in traditionally blue states—are starting to push back.
If GSD’s “nonpartisan” label turns out to be as hollow as it seems, this coalition could flop spectacularly. People are already fed up with performative politics, and this might just look like more of the same. As the 2028 race begins to take shape, expect other Democrats to test similar strategies—though hopefully with a little more awareness of what voters actually want. Stay tuned.
Dig Deeper
Democratic Governors Form a Group to Oppose the Trump Administration - NYT
Pritzker, Colorado governor launch coalition to fight 'threats of autocracy' - Chicago Sun Times
America's Red Shift: Map Shows How Much Each State Moved Toward Trump - Newsweek
House Speaker Orders Biden Administration to Preserve All Records as Trump Team Prepares Transition
With Republicans gaining control of both the House and Senate in addition to the White House, House Speaker Mike Johnson has directed all Biden administration departments to preserve records, signaling an intensified effort to hold the outgoing administration accountable for policies and controversies spanning the last four years.
Highlights
Sweeping Preservation Order: Johnson has issued formal letters to each of the 18 federal departments, warning officials to retain all records. If any destruction of records is detected, it could lead to severe federal penalties.
Focus Areas for Investigation: The Biden administration’s border policies, Afghanistan withdrawal, government censorship, and alleged weaponization of federal agencies are highlighted as critical oversight targets. Other issues, such as antisemitism on university campuses, also top the list.
Future Oversight Commitments: Johnson's letter makes clear that Congress will enforce compliance with previously ignored subpoenas, and may reissue them if necessary, underscoring a commitment to scrutinize the outgoing administration.
Underground Analysis
This bold move from Johnson signals Republicans’ determination to avoid the pitfalls of 2016’s transition and is a significant step toward rooting out what they view as systemic corruption. By securing all relevant records, Republicans seem prepared to peel back layers of secrecy that many say allowed for unchecked government expansion, media censorship, and aggressive political targeting during the Biden era. Johnson's warnings about preserving records send a clear message: any evidence of corruption or malfeasance will be fully investigated, and attempts to cover up wrongdoing won’t be tolerated.
Dig Deeper
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