Jason Smith on Singham Inciting Violence, & Interview With DHS’s Tricia McLaughlin | Jan. 28, 2026
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Takeaways
- ❖Congressman Jason Smith's committee is investigating Neville Roy Singham for allegedly funneling Chinese Communist Party (CCP) money to US 501(c)3s to fund civil unrest.
- ❖The People's Forum in NYC and other Minnesota radical left organizations are cited as recipients of Singham's alleged funding.
- ❖O'Reilly asserts Alex Prey's death was 'suicide by cop' due to his armed interference in a Border Patrol operation, criticizing media for justifying his actions.
- ❖DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin confirms Prey was armed and obstructing a federal investigation, a felony, leading to a 'deadly' situation.
- ❖DHS reports a 100% increase in assaults against federal officers in Minneapolis, including cars used as weapons and targeted hotels, with limited local law enforcement support.
- ❖O'Reilly accuses mainstream media of blacking out critical information regarding foreign influence and law enforcement challenges in Minneapolis, prioritizing an 'anti-Trump' agenda.
Insights
1Alleged Chinese Communist Party Funding of US Civil Unrest
Neville Roy Singham, a billionaire tech figure living in Shanghai, is accused of working with the Chinese government to funnel money through US 501(c)3 non-profits, such as Breakthrough News and The People's Forum, to fund radical left organizations in the United States. This funding allegedly supports 'professional demonstration' and 'violent demonstration,' contributing to civil unrest and sedition against the federal government.
Congressman Jason Smith, Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, states his committee has been investigating this for a while and has called for the revocation of tax-exempt status for 11 such 501(c)3s due to their role in funding 'terrorism' and 'civil unrest' with CCP money. He notes Singham is 'as close to the CCP as any American possibly can.'
2The Alex Prey Shooting: 'Suicide by Cop' and Media Bias
The shooting of Alex Prey by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis is framed as a tragic but self-inflicted outcome. Prey reportedly interfered with a law enforcement operation while carrying a loaded weapon, despite agents repeatedly warning he had a gun. This action is characterized as 'suicide by cop' by the host.
O'Reilly states, 'Mr. Prey brought the tragedy, the end of his life on himself. You do not bring a loaded weapon to a law enforcement operation confronting agents.' DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin corroborates, stating Prey was armed and 'obstructing the course of a federal investigation which is a federal crime,' making the situation 'dangerous' and 'deadly.' O'Reilly criticizes media outlets for attempting to justify Prey's actions or downplay the danger he posed.
3Escalating Violence Against Federal Law Enforcement in Minneapolis
Federal law enforcement officers, specifically CBP and ICE agents, face a 'highly coordinated campaign of violence' in Minneapolis. This includes a 100% increase in assaults, cars used as deadly weapons, fireworks attacks, spitting, and targeted attacks on their hotels.
DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin reports a '100% increase in assaults against our officers,' detailing incidents like 'cars being used as deadly weapons,' 'being shot at with fireworks,' and 'where they're staying at night is being targeted.' She notes a lack of backup from local Minneapolis law enforcement, necessitating the surge of federal resources.
4Mainstream Media Accused of Blacking Out Critical Information
The host and guests repeatedly accuse mainstream media outlets (e.g., New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, NBC, CBS) of intentionally ignoring or distorting crucial stories, particularly those involving alleged foreign influence in US unrest and the challenges faced by federal law enforcement.
O'Reilly asks Congressman Smith if major media outlets have contacted him about the Singham investigation; Smith replies, 'No, very interested. Not paying attention.' McLaughlin states, 'you will never hear this from the mainstream media' regarding DHS arrests of convicted criminal aliens in Minneapolis, adding, 'If you go to CNN, you go to NBC, you go to CBS, you name it, you won't read it.'
Bottom Line
The alleged foreign funding of domestic unrest through US 501(c)3s by entities tied to the Chinese Communist Party represents a sophisticated, non-military form of hybrid warfare aimed at internal destabilization.
This suggests that national security threats extend beyond traditional military or cyber attacks to include exploiting and exacerbating internal political and social divisions via financial means, potentially undermining democratic processes and public trust.
Develop enhanced regulatory and intelligence frameworks specifically designed to track and counter foreign financial influence in domestic non-profit and activist sectors, potentially leading to new legislation or enforcement mechanisms for tax-exempt organizations.
The perceived lack of cooperation from local law enforcement and political leaders in Minneapolis with federal agents, coupled with media narratives, creates a 'no-win' environment for federal officers responding to civil unrest.
This dynamic can lead to increased danger for federal agents, prolonged unrest, and a breakdown of inter-agency trust, potentially emboldening agitators and further fragmenting governance.
Implement mandatory, federally-backed protocols for inter-agency cooperation during civil unrest, and establish clear communication guidelines to counter misinformation, ensuring federal agents receive necessary local support and public understanding.
Lessons
- Investigate the financial backing of activist organizations, especially 501(c)3s, for potential foreign influence and ensure compliance with tax-exempt status regulations.
- Demand transparency from local and state governments regarding their cooperation with federal law enforcement during periods of civil unrest and assess the impact of their policies on officer safety.
- Critically evaluate mainstream media narratives surrounding controversial law enforcement incidents, cross-referencing with official statements and alternative reports to form a comprehensive understanding.
Quotes
"Mr. Prey brought the tragedy, the end of his life on himself. You do not bring a loaded weapon to a law enforcement operation confronting agents, local, state, federal, doesn't matter. You do not do that."
"The money that's coming in from the CCP that's helping with creating chaos and discourse in the United States is is absolutely unacceptable. Bill, it's illegal."
"What people we are contesting is the fact that this individual while armed was a federal crime. Obstructing our law enforcement officers, that's a felony. And unfortunately, uh when that's happening, if you're breaking federal law, especially when armed, that's not only dangerous, but it become become deadly."
"We have seen a highly coordinated campaign of violence against our law enforcement on the ground there in Minneapolis. You've made note of it in your earlier comments. We've seen a 100% increase in assaults against our officers."
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