also while on the subject:

https://www.featheredcocaine.org/2010-documentary (watch first one here) https://www.featheredcocaine.org/2020-movie

Yes, in "Feathered Cocaine," the film suggests that the main character, an Icelandic falcon expert named Alan Howell Parrot, provided information to the CIA multiple times about Osama bin Laden’s whereabouts and his involvement in the illegal falcon trade, but his information was allegedly ignored or not acted upon.

Key Points Regarding the CIA and the Main Character in "Feathered Cocaine":

1. Alan Howell Parrot: Parrot is a falconer with deep connections in the Middle Eastern falconry community. He claims to have had direct knowledge of bin Laden's movements and his use of falconry for communication and evasion.

2. CIA Interactions: According to the film, Parrot approached the CIA with information that could have potentially led to the capture of bin Laden. He asserts that he had credible and actionable intelligence based on his unique position within the falconry world.

3. Alleged Inaction: Parrot claims that despite his repeated attempts to provide this intelligence, the CIA did not take his information seriously or follow up on his leads. The documentary suggests that this was a missed opportunity to apprehend bin Laden sooner.

Context and Analysis:

• Complexity of Intelligence Operations: Intelligence gathering and action are incredibly complex processes, often involving multiple sources, verification steps, and strategic considerations. Parrot's information might have been one piece of a larger puzzle, and the CIA's decisions could have been influenced by a range of factors.

• Verification and Credibility: The CIA must verify the credibility of all intelligence before acting. If Parrot’s claims were deemed unverified or less credible compared to other sources, this could explain the alleged inaction.

• Publicity and Claims: It's not uncommon for individuals to come forward with claims about major events or figures, especially in the context of highly publicized hunts like that for bin Laden. These claims add layers to the narrative but need thorough investigation.

The film presents a fascinating angle on the story, highlighting potential oversights and the intricacies of international intelligence work. However, the full truth behind the CIA’s decisions and the effectiveness of the intelligence provided by Parrot remains a matter of debate and speculation.

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President Donald Trump endorsed a conspiracy theory suggesting that the 2012 Benghazi attack was a cover-up for the "fact" that Osama Bin Laden is still alive and that a body double was killed in 2011. This theory, gaining traction on the far right, was propagated by QAnon supporter Alan Howell Parrot, a falconer claiming to have inside knowledge on Al-Qaeda and US intelligence. Trump retweeted the theory, which alleges that then-Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton colluded with Iran, leading to the deaths of Navy SEALs to hide the truth. Parrot claims to have extensive evidence to support his allegations, but the theory's original promoter, blogger Kari Donovan, admitted she had no proof of these claims.

currently what happened to mr Parrot:

BANGOR (WGME) -- A Maine man will serve no jail time for assaulting an FBI agent.

A judge sentenced 69-year-old Alan Howell Parrot of Hancock on Thursday to probation for two years and a $5,000 fine for assaulting a federal officer.

FBI agents went to Parrot’s home in Hancock in June 2023 to execute a search warrant.

Also read: Conspiracy hatched over Instagram leads to Maine man's guilty plea for firearms theft According to evidence presented at trial, while the agents were trying to enter the home, Parrot tried to close the door and kicked an agent in the abdomen, pushing her backwards, resulting in injuries to her arm and elbow.

“Alan Parrot’s attack on an FBI special agent is yet another reminder of the danger law enforcement officers face on a daily basis – and the successful prosecution of Mr. Parrot should serve as a warning to all that if you assault and injure a law enforcement officer, the consequence is a felony conviction. Assaults on officers will be met with a swift response and will not be tolerated,” said Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division.

also while on the subject:

Yes, in "Feathered Cocaine," the film suggests that the main character, an Icelandic falcon expert named Alan Howell Parrot, provided information to the CIA multiple times about Osama bin Laden’s whereabouts and his involvement in the illegal falcon trade, but his information was allegedly ignored or not acted upon.

Key Points Regarding the CIA and the Main Character in "Feathered Cocaine":

1. Alan Howell Parrot: Parrot is a falconer with deep connections in the Middle Eastern falconry community. He claims to have had direct knowledge of bin Laden's movements and his use of falconry for communication and evasion.

2. CIA Interactions: According to the film, Parrot approached the CIA with information that could have potentially led to the capture of bin Laden. He asserts that he had credible and actionable intelligence based on his unique position within the falconry world.

3. Alleged Inaction: Parrot claims that despite his repeated attempts to provide this intelligence, the CIA did not take his information seriously or follow up on his leads. The documentary suggests that this was a missed opportunity to apprehend bin Laden sooner.

Context and Analysis:

• Complexity of Intelligence Operations: Intelligence gathering and action are incredibly complex processes, often involving multiple sources, verification steps, and strategic considerations. Parrot's information might have been one piece of a larger puzzle, and the CIA's decisions could have been influenced by a range of factors.

• Verification and Credibility: The CIA must verify the credibility of all intelligence before acting. If Parrot’s claims were deemed unverified or less credible compared to other sources, this could explain the alleged inaction.

• Publicity and Claims: It's not uncommon for individuals to come forward with claims about major events or figures, especially in the context of highly publicized hunts like that for bin Laden. These claims add layers to the narrative but need thorough investigation.

The film presents a fascinating angle on the story, highlighting potential oversights and the intricacies of international intelligence work. However, the full truth behind the CIA’s decisions and the effectiveness of the intelligence provided by Parrot remains a matter of debate and speculation.

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President Donald Trump endorsed a conspiracy theory suggesting that the 2012 Benghazi attack was a cover-up for the "fact" that Osama Bin Laden is still alive and that a body double was killed in 2011. This theory, gaining traction on the far right, was propagated by QAnon supporter Alan Howell Parrot, a falconer claiming to have inside knowledge on Al-Qaeda and US intelligence. Trump retweeted the theory, which alleges that then-Vice President Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton colluded with Iran, leading to the deaths of Navy SEALs to hide the truth. Parrot claims to have extensive evidence to support his allegations, but the theory's original promoter, blogger Kari Donovan, admitted she had no proof of these claims.

currently what happened to mr Parrot:

BANGOR (WGME) -- A Maine man will serve no jail time for assaulting an FBI agent.

A judge sentenced 69-year-old Alan Howell Parrot of Hancock on Thursday to probation for two years and a $5,000 fine for assaulting a federal officer.

FBI agents went to Parrot’s home in Hancock in June 2023 to execute a search warrant.

Also read: Conspiracy hatched over Instagram leads to Maine man's guilty plea for firearms theft According to evidence presented at trial, while the agents were trying to enter the home, Parrot tried to close the door and kicked an agent in the abdomen, pushing her backwards, resulting in injuries to her arm and elbow.

“Alan Parrot’s attack on an FBI special agent is yet another reminder of the danger law enforcement officers face on a daily basis – and the successful prosecution of Mr. Parrot should serve as a warning to all that if you assault and injure a law enforcement officer, the consequence is a felony conviction. Assaults on officers will be met with a swift response and will not be tolerated,” said Jodi Cohen, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division.