I have now heard from several sources, including Federal LE sources, that the real reason for Waco was simply to impress the (then) new, anti-gun, administration with the ability of BATF to enforce gun laws. They wanted "tables full of guns" for the TV cameras. There was supposedly talk of a bigger budget, more personnel, and promotions all around from the Clinton administration; these depended in part on a successful "show".
Was the real reason for Waco that BATF wanted more GS-15s? Did 83 people, including four BATF agents, die because the director wanted more money and power? Was the raid law-enforcement or self-promotion for the agency?
Until these questions are addressed and answers obtained, there can be no final resolution to the suspicions surrounding Waco.
Jim
Was the real reason for Waco that BATF wanted more GS-15s? Did 83 people, including four BATF agents, die because the director wanted more money and power? Was the raid law-enforcement or self-promotion for the agency?
Until these questions are addressed and answers obtained, there can be no final resolution to the suspicions surrounding Waco.
Jim