President Biden’s recent declassification order has reignited debates about JFK’s assassination, but newly surfaced tapes claiming Lyndon B. Johnson’s involvement demand scrutiny. A chilling audio recording, released by Shane Stevens—grandson of LBJ associate Billie Sol Estes—allegedly captures Estes and Democrat operative Cliff Carter discussing Johnson’s role in hiring an assassin. The tape, aired live on Glenn Beck’s show, claims LBJ orchestrated the killing to seize power, a narrative long dismissed by mainstream historians.
The National Archives released over 63,000 pages of JFK records last month, revealing Cold War-era CIA operations but no evidence of conspiracy. Official reports still frame Lee Harvey Oswald as the lone shooter, citing his Soviet ties and Mexico City activities. Yet these files also expose shocking gaps—like the CIA’s failure to act on Oswald’s threats before November 22, 1963—fueling distrust in federal transparency.
Conservatives argue the LBJ tape aligns with historical suspicions of Democratic power grabs. Estes, a convicted swindler close to Johnson, reportedly details on the recording how LBJ hired hitman Malcolm Wallace. Critics note Johnson’s ruthless political tactics, including stolen elections and corrupt deals, as context for why he’d eliminate JFK. The tape’s emergence after decades of secrecy reinforces claims of a deep-state cover-up.
Skeptics question the tape’s authenticity, citing unclear origins and potential AI manipulation. Columbia historian Timothy Naftali warns such “evidence” often lacks corroboration, while JFK expert Jefferson Morley calls for rigorous authentication. The CIA and FBI, already under fire for redacting files, dismiss the tape as conspiracy fodder—a stance conservatives label as gaslighting.
The Biden administration’s pledge to release all records by 2026 faces backlash. Trump-era declassifications exposed CIA infiltration of media and Oswald’s pre-assassination surveillance, yet key documents remain hidden. Republicans demand full transparency, arguing that if agencies lied about JFK, they could manipulate modern scandals like COVID origins or election integrity.
Mainstream media largely ignore the LBJ tape, focusing instead on “lone gunman” narratives. Outlets like PBS and AP highlight Oswald’s actions but omit discussions of broader plots, drawing accusations of liberal bias. Beck’s broadcast, viewed millions of times, contrasts sharply with muted corporate coverage, spotlighting media’s role in shaping historical memory.
For patriots, the tape symbolizes a broken system. If true, it proves elite corruption murdered a president and hijacked democracy. If fake, it underscores how distrust in institutions fuels division. Either way, the JFK saga reminds Americans that power corrupts—and without vigilance, truth becomes collateral damage.
The fight for accountability continues. As Biden drags his feet on file releases, conservatives vow to expose every hidden detail, ensuring JFK’s death isn’t just history—but a warning.
