# Samantha Power on The No Agenda Show

Samantha Power comes up in 38 chapters across 34 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from January 2011 to February 2025.

- **Chapters:** 38
- **Episodes:** 34
- **Discussed:** January 2011 – February 2025
- **Related topics:** [United Nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [Syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [Barack Obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [Cass Sunstein](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cass-sunstein.md), [Isis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/isis.md), [Susan Rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [Usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [Cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [John Kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [Chemical Weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 38

### German Media Censorship, Kontrafunk, and USAID Firings

- **Episode:** [1740: DOGE-CAM](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-20
- **Time:** 1:18:43–1:23:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1740-doge-cam/chapter/german-media-censorship-kontrafunk-and-usaid-firings.md

Independent German journalists are reportedly fleeing to Switzerland to avoid government censorship, forming outlets like Kontrafunk. Meanwhile, a 60 Minutes segment on USAID firings is criticized for featuring a "phony" victim who previously worked as a political flack for Samantha Power.

Keywords: [germany](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/germany.md), [censorship](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/censorship.md), kontrafunk, [60 minutes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/60-minutes.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md)

### USAID Shutdown, DOGE Security Conflict, Website Offline

- **Episode:** [1736: The Blurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-06
- **Time:** 8:25–13:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt/chapter/usaid-shutdown-doge-security-conflict-website-offline.md

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) faced a shutdown after top security officials refused to grant DOGE representatives access to classified personnel files. Jonathan Capehart reported that the agency's X account disappeared and the usaid.gov website went offline following Elon Musk's description of the agency as a criminal organization. Two top officials were removed for insubordination against the new administration's directives.

Keywords: [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [doge](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/doge.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [jonathan capehart](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jonathan-capehart.md), [department of government efficiency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/department-of-government-efficiency.md)

### Samantha Power, USAID Global Impact, Color Revolutions

- **Episode:** [1736: The Blurt](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt.md)
- **Published:** 2025-02-06
- **Time:** 13:08–18:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1736-the-blurt/chapter/samantha-power-usaid-global-impact-color-revolutions.md

USAID is criticized for its historical involvement in color revolutions and its secretive ties to the CIA and State Department. Former Administrator Samantha Power expressed concern over the "wreckage" caused by the agency's sudden closure, citing the shuttering of health clinics and soup kitchens globally. The agency's authority stems from the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, originally delegated by President Kennedy.

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### Georgia Anti-EU Protests and Russian Influence

- **Episode:** [1717: Mr. Peepers](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers.md)
- **Published:** 2024-12-01
- **Time:** 1:38:47–1:45:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1717-mr-peepers/chapter/georgia-anti-eu-protests-and-russian-influence.md

Georgia's pro-EU protests intensified after the government delayed accession talks and opposition figures accused the ruling party of tilting toward Russia. The segment covered street clashes in Tbilisi, foreign-agent legislation, accusations of a planned revolution, and the role of U.S. and EU political pressure.

Keywords: [georgia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/georgia.md), [tbilisi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tbilisi.md), [european union](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/european-union.md), salome zurabishvili, [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), foreign agent law

### USAID Hungary Mission, Samantha Power Criticism

- **Episode:** [1532: Bay Gin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin.md)
- **Published:** 2023-02-23
- **Time:** 41:44–44:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1532-bay-gin/chapter/usaid-hungary-mission-samantha-power-criticism.md

USAID Administrator Samantha Power visits Hungary to "strengthen democratic institutions" and "build independent media." The segment characterizes this as a precursor to a "color revolution" or regime change effort against the government of Viktor Orban.

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### Fertilizer Shortage, Samantha Power, Africa Food Crisis

- **Episode:** [1448: French Rats](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats.md)
- **Published:** 2022-05-06
- **Time:** 2:16:27–2:20:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1448-french-rats/chapter/fertilizer-shortage-samantha-power-africa-food-crisis.md

Russia has recommended halting fertilizer exports, exacerbating a global shortage. USAID Administrator Samantha Power suggested that the crisis might "hasten transitions" to natural fertilizers like manure, which the hosts argue will lead to lower crop yields and a food crisis in Africa. They characterize Power as a key figure in the "shadow government" directing Biden's policies.

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### Haiti Earthquake, Samantha Power USAID Appointment

- **Episode:** [1373: Mass Formation](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1373-mass-formation.md)
- **Published:** 2021-08-16
- **Time:** 2:08:59–2:11:25
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1373-mass-formation/chapter/haiti-earthquake-samantha-power-usaid-appointment.md

Following a 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Haiti, the Biden administration appointed Samantha Power of USAID to lead the relief efforts. The hosts express skepticism regarding international aid foundations, referencing past controversies involving the Clinton Foundation's activities in the region.

Keywords: [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [earthquake](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/earthquake.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [usaid](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/usaid.md), [clinton foundation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/clinton-foundation.md)

### Samantha Power and the Ukraine Dirt Allegations

- **Episode:** [1188: Greta Doomberg](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-10
- **Time:** 53:04–55:40
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1188-greta-doomberg/chapter/samantha-power-and-the-ukraine-dirt-allegations.md

Former UN Ambassador Samantha Power criticized Republicans for focusing on impeachment process rather than the facts of Donald Trump's actions. A new narrative is emerging in media circles suggesting Trump asked the Ukrainian government to "make up" dirt on Joe Biden, rather than simply investigate existing leads. European observers remain skeptical that the inquiry will lead to Trump's removal from office.

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### UN Ambassador History, Gender Diversity, Susan Rice

- **Episode:** [1093: Right Puberty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty.md)
- **Published:** 2018-12-09
- **Time:** 1:41:03–1:43:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1093-right-puberty/chapter/un-ambassador-history-gender-diversity-susan-rice.md

The history of US Ambassadors to the United Nations is reviewed, noting a long trend of female appointees including Nikki Haley, Samantha Power, and Susan Rice. The discussion questions why the role has become predominantly female and explores the "diversity" of past appointees. Mention is made of John Bolton and Zalmay Khalilzad as notable male exceptions in the 21st century.

Keywords: [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [nikki haley](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nikki-haley.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [madeleine albright](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/madeleine-albright.md)

### Samantha Power, Russian Aggression and Chemical Weapons

- **Episode:** [897: Douchebag Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-22
- **Time:** 2:51:19–2:56:15
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland/chapter/samantha-power-russian-aggression-and-chemical-weapons.md

Outgoing UN Ambassador Samantha Power claimed that Russia showed "aggression" by standing by while the Syrian regime used chemical weapons. The segment disputes her timeline and narrative regarding the 2013 "red line" incident and the subsequent Russian-led chemical weapon disposal.

Keywords: [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md)

### Super Bowl Predictions, Samantha Power Departure

- **Episode:** [897: Douchebag Disneyland](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland.md)
- **Published:** 2017-01-22
- **Time:** 2:56:15–2:58:48
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/897-douchebag-disneyland/chapter/super-bowl-predictions-samantha-power-departure.md

Geopolitical analysis is applied to sports with a prediction that the Green Bay Packers will defeat the Pittsburgh Steelers in the Super Bowl. The show wraps up with final thoughts on Samantha Power's departure from the UN and her potential future in the private sector.

Keywords: [super bowl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/super-bowl.md), [green bay packers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/green-bay-packers.md), [pittsburgh steelers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pittsburgh-steelers.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [predictions](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/predictions.md)

### Internal Obama Administration Conflicts over Syria

- **Episode:** [884: Lane Splitter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-08
- **Time:** 2:49:02–2:52:16
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/884-lane-splitter/chapter/internal-obama-administration-conflicts-over-syria.md

Former CIA employee Larry Johnson suggests that John Kerry's diplomatic efforts with Russia are being undermined by a "camp" within the Obama administration led by Susan Rice and Samantha Power. This faction, supported by the CIA, reportedly favors continued support for Syrian rebels, many of whom are radical Islamists. The hosts theorize that Kerry may not be "read in" on the CIA's long-term master plan for the region.

Keywords: [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [susan rice](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/susan-rice.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [cia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cia.md), [rebels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rebels.md), [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md)

### Caesar-Syria Civilian Protection Act, HR 5732, Syrian Observatory

- **Episode:** [882: Fact Check False](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/882-fact-check-false.md)
- **Published:** 2016-12-01
- **Time:** 51:21–54:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/882-fact-check-false/chapter/caesar-syria-civilian-protection-act-hr-5732-syrian-observatory.md

The U.S. House of Representatives passes HR 5732, the Caesar-Syria Civilian Protection Act of 2016. The bill relies on testimony from a defector known as "Caesar" and reports from the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The hosts criticize the bill for using what they claim are debunked reports of chlorine gas attacks by the Assad regime.

Keywords: hr 5732, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [bashar al-assad](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bashar-al-assad.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md), [john kerry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-kerry.md), [chemical weapons](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chemical-weapons.md), [chlorine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chlorine.md)

### Obama Town Hall, Haiti and Philippines Examples

- **Episode:** [864: Putin Popularity Poll](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/864-putin-popularity-poll.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-29
- **Time:** 1:39:57–1:42:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/864-putin-popularity-poll/chapter/obama-town-hall-haiti-and-philippines-examples.md

During a town hall, President Obama criticized JASTA, using hypothetical examples of U.S. liability for traffic accidents during disaster relief in Haiti or the Philippines. Critics argue Obama is misrepresenting the bill, which specifically targets state-sponsored terrorism, not accidental deaths during humanitarian missions.

Keywords: [barack obama](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barack-obama.md), [jasta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jasta.md), [haiti](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/haiti.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [samantha power](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/samantha-power.md)

### Samantha Power and Vitaly Churkin Clash at UN Over Syria

- **Episode:** [861: Hate Crime Manager](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-18
- **Time:** 2:04:22–2:08:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/861-hate-crime-manager/chapter/samantha-power-and-vitaly-churkin-clash-at-un-over-syria.md

U.S. Ambassador Samantha Power and Russian Ambassador Vitaly Churkin engaged in a heated exchange at the UN following the coalition airstrike on Syrian troops. Power dismissed the Russian call for a meeting as a "stunt," while Churkin accused the U.S. of heavy-handedness and potentially supporting ISIS.

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### United Nations, Picasso's Guernica and Samantha Power

- **Episode:** [859: Army of Conquest](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/859-army-of-conquest.md)
- **Published:** 2016-09-11
- **Time:** 2:36:56–2:41:58
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/859-army-of-conquest/chapter/united-nations-picasso-s-guernica-and-samantha-power.md

A replica of Pablo Picasso's "Guernica" was spotted in the background of a UN Security Council broadcast featuring Ambassador Samantha Power. The painting, which depicts the horrors of war, was famously covered up in 2003 during Colin Powell's presentation regarding the Iraq War. The presence of the artwork in the UN hallway has raised questions about its ownership and why it was not returned to Spain as previously reported.

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### Republican National Convention Security and UN Peacekeepers

- **Episode:** [843: Save the Date](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-17
- **Time:** 2:48:38–2:53:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/843-save-the-date/chapter/republican-national-convention-security-and-un-peacekeepers.md

Security preparations for the Republican National Convention in Cleveland include barricades, chemical detectors, and thousands of police officers. US Ambassador Samantha Power announced support for UN principles allowing peacekeepers to use force to protect civilians, leading to host speculation about the potential use of "blue helmets" on American soil.

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### Samantha Power, Cameroon Motorcade Accident Settlement

- **Episode:** [839: Spatchcock](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/839-spatchcock.md)
- **Published:** 2016-07-03
- **Time:** 21:49–23:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/839-spatchcock/chapter/samantha-power-cameroon-motorcade-accident-settlement.md

The United States government paid a compensation package to the family of a seven-year-old boy killed by UN Ambassador Samantha Power's motorcade in Cameroon. The settlement included $1,700, two cows, and several hundred kilos of food supplies including flour, onions, and rice.

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### Samantha Power on ISIS, Donald Tusk Migrant Warning

- **Episode:** [804: Evidence Free Zone](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/804-evidence-free-zone.md)
- **Published:** 2016-03-03
- **Time:** 2:26:10–2:29:35
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/804-evidence-free-zone/chapter/samantha-power-on-isis-donald-tusk-migrant-warning.md

U.S. Ambassador Samantha Power discusses the risk of ISIS infiltration among European refugees. Simultaneously, EU Council President Donald Tusk issued a blunt warning to potential economic migrants, telling them "do not come to Europe" as the continent struggles with the ongoing crisis.

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### Loretta Lynch Nomination, Samantha Power 2008 Armenia Video

- **Episode:** [715: Tom Tatoe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/715-tom-tatoe.md)
- **Published:** 2015-04-23
- **Time:** 1:58:04–2:02:14
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/715-tom-tatoe/chapter/loretta-lynch-nomination-samantha-power-2008-armenia-video.md

President Obama's frustration with the delayed nomination of Loretta Lynch is discussed, with the hosts noting her personal ties to Eric Holder. A 2008 video of Samantha Power promising that Obama would recognize the Armenian Genocide is revisited on the 100th anniversary of the event, highlighting the administration's failure to follow through on that promise.

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