))
FBI Source Goes Missing in Russia: From 9/11 to the War in Ukraine
Manage episode 424862480 series 3581220
Content provided by Real Clear Defense and RealClear Defense. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Real Clear Defense and RealClear Defense or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
RealClearDefense contributor John Waters speaks with Wall Street Journal National Security reporter Brett Forrest about his new bestselling book, "Lost Son: An American Family Trapped Inside the FBI’s Secret Wars.” Expanding on his investigation for the Journal, Forrest explores the disappearance of Billy Reilly, a gifted civilian who volunteered as an undercover FBI source inside Russia. When their son went missing, Reilly’s parents were shut out of the investigation by the FBI and turned to Forrest to uncover what happened.
Brett Forrest is a national security reporter for The Wall Street Journal where his work often focuses on the former Soviet Union. He has covered the war in Ukraine and was the first reporter to into the Kiev suburb of Bucha following the Russian military’s withdrawal, where he broke the news of alleged atrocities.
"Follow Hot Wash on Twitter @hotwashrcd
Email comments and story suggestions to editors@realcleardefense.com
Subscribe to the RealClearDefense Podcast "Hot Wash"
Subscribe to the Morning Recon newsletterfor a daily roundup of news and opinion on the issues that matter for military, defense, veteran affairs, and national security.
67 episodes
Share
