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Rerun: 2779 – The Cost of Dissent

June 16, 2026

For more than two decades, Dr. Ron Elfenbein devoted his life to emergency medicine, treating patients in moments of crisis and building a reputation as a trusted physician on the front lines of healthcare. During the COVID era, he found himself confronting challenges unlike anything he had experienced in his career, witnessing firsthand the pressures placed on doctors, hospitals, and patients as the nation struggled through an unprecedented public health emergency.

In late 2021, after publicly criticizing federal policies surrounding monoclonal antibody treatments during a national television interview, Dr. Elfenbein’s life took an unexpected turn. What began as a disagreement over medical policy evolved into a federal investigation and ultimately a criminal prosecution that threatened his career, reputation, and financial future.

Although a federal judge later acquitted him after a lengthy trial, the story did not end there. The government appealed the decision, and today Dr. Elfenbein finds himself preparing for a second courtroom battle while continuing to practice medicine and support his family.

Tonight, we examine the extraordinary journey of a physician who moved from the emergency room to the center of a legal and political storm. We explore the events that led to his prosecution, the personal toll of years spent fighting for his name and livelihood, and the larger questions his case raises about professional independence, due process, and the consequences that can follow when someone challenges prevailing policies during a time of national crisis.

Join us for a compelling conversation with Dr. Ron Elfenbein as we discuss The Cost of Dissent.

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498 – The Intelligence Briefing / Domino Effect

July 25, 2026

Every major event begins somewhere. A single decision. A single document. A single moment whose consequences continue to unfold long after it disappears from the headlines. Domino Effect examines how one development can set countless others into motion.

Lt. Gen. Thomas McInerney and Mary Fanning return with the latest analysis following recent document releases and the investigations surrounding election interference. Major Fred Galvin offers a military commander’s perspective on leadership, accountability, and the lessons learned when institutions are tested.

Mike McCormack and James Simpson conclude the evening by exploring the historical record and examining decisions that continue to shape today’s political landscape. As always, The Intelligence Briefing looks beyond the headlines to uncover the connections that define tomorrow’s events.

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