Expanded Summary of 911 Whistleblowers (FULL DOCUMENTARY | 2019) by James Corbett
The documentary “911 Whistleblowers” by James Corbett reveals critical testimonies from individuals who question the official narrative of the September 11, 2001 attacks. These whistleblowers, including Kevin Ryan, Dr. Kate Jenkins, Barry Jennings, William Rodriguez, and Michael Springmann, share their experiences and evidence that suggest significant discrepancies in the established story.
🎤 Introduction
The documentary opens with a statement challenging the notion that no whistleblowers have emerged from the events of 9/11. It asserts that numerous individuals have come forward with vital information, challenging the official narrative and exposing cover-ups. Timestamps: 00:00 - 00:47
🏢 Kevin Ryan and UL's Role
Summary
Kevin Ryan, a site manager at Environmental Health Laboratories (a subsidiary of Underwriters Laboratories), questioned the certification of the steel used in the World Trade Center. He expressed concerns about the discrepancies between UL’s fire resistance tests and the actual performance of the buildings during the attacks. His inquiries led to significant professional repercussions, including his eventual termination.
Quotes
"These concerns prompted Ryan in October 2003 to write directly to Loring Knoblach, outlining his thoughts and asking what Knoblach was doing to protect our reputation." (03:42)
Key Points
Certification Concerns: Ryan was intrigued by UL's role in certifying the World Trade Center steel after hearing the CEO's comments shortly after 9/11. (01:31 - 03:42)
Professional Interest: Ryan’s professional curiosity grew as he learned more about the official investigation and UL’s involvement. (02:01 - 03:07)
Discrepancies in Ratings: Ryan noted the mismatch between UL's fire resistance ratings and the actual collapse times of the towers. (03:07 - 03:42)
Letter to Knoblach: In October 2003, Ryan wrote to Knoblach outlining his concerns and asking for clarifications. (03:42 - 04:22)
Response from UL: The response from UL raised more questions than answers, particularly concerning the actual tests performed. (04:22 - 07:00)
NIST Involvement: NIST's study on the towers' failure included tests by UL that contradicted the official conclusions. (07:00 - 10:12)
Dismissal: Ryan was terminated after he publicized his findings and concerns. (10:12 - 16:52)
🌫️ Dr. Kate Jenkins and the EPA's Lies
Summary
Dr. Kate Jenkins, an EPA scientist, revealed that the agency falsely assured the public about the safety of the air quality in Lower Manhattan post-9/11. She detailed how the EPA, under pressure from the White House, covered up the hazardous nature of the dust and debris at Ground Zero, leading to severe health issues for first responders and residents.
Quotes
"Dr. Kate Jenkins had joined the EPA in December 1979, serving as an environmental scientist with EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response."
(24:30)
Key Points
Initial Assurances: Whitman assured New Yorkers that the air was safe to breathe despite early data showing hazardous levels of sulfur dioxide. (20:16 - 21:30)
Jenkins' Background: Jenkins had a long history with the EPA and specialized in detecting hazardous waste. (24:30 - 25:35)
Early Warnings: Jenkins immediately began to warn about the severe health risks from the toxic dust, but her warnings were ignored. (28:29 - 30:48)
Libby, Montana Comparison: Jenkins compared the dust in Lower Manhattan to a Superfund site in Montana, showing much higher concentrations of asbestos in New York. (30:15 - 31:24)
Media Attention: The media briefly covered Jenkins' story in 2006 after a federal judge ruled against Whitman’s immunity. (31:57 - 32:28)
Retaliation: Jenkins faced severe retaliation, including being wrongfully terminated in 2010, and a prolonged legal battle ensued. (34:07 - 36:43)
Reinstatement and Continued Battle: Jenkins was reinstated in 2012, but the EPA continued to challenge her, leading to further legal actions. (36:43 - 38:24)
💥 Barry Jennings and the WTC 7 Explosions
Summary
Barry Jennings, Deputy Director of Emergency Services for the New York City Housing Authority, reported hearing and experiencing explosions inside World Trade Center 7 (WTC 7) before its collapse. His testimony contradicts the official explanation that fire caused the building's destruction.
Quotes
"When I got to the sixth floor, there was an explosion. That's what forced us back to the eighth floor. Both buildings were still standing."
(57:28)
Key Points
Early Arrival: Jennings and Michael Hess entered WTC 7 before the South Tower was struck. (42:10 - 43:04)
Explosion on the Sixth Floor: Jennings reported an explosion on the sixth floor that pushed them back to the eighth floor. (43:32 - 43:50)
Rescue and Aftermath: They were trapped and eventually rescued by firefighters after several hours. (45:18 - 47:30)
Contradiction to Official Story: Jennings’ account of explosions before the tower collapses contradicts the NIST report. (57:28 - 59:50)
Mysterious Death: Jennings died under mysterious circumstances in September 2008, just as NIST was releasing its final report on WTC 7. (1:01:19 - 1:03:06)
🧰 William Rodriguez and the Basement Explosions
Summary
William Rodriguez, a janitor in the North Tower with a master key, reported an explosion in the sub-basement before the plane impact. His account, along with the testimonies of others, supports the theory of pre-planted explosives.
Quotes
"We hear like a big rumble, not like an impact, like a rumble, like something moving furniture on a massive way. And all of a sudden we hear another rumble and a guy comes running into our office and all his skin was off his body."
(1:38:33)
Key Points
Master Key Role: Rodriguez used his master key to help rescue people trapped inside the North Tower. (1:31:05 - 1:32:14)
Sub-Basement Explosion: He distinctly heard and felt an explosion from below before the plane impact. (1:34:31 - 1:35:20)
Rescue Efforts: Rodriguez led firefighters to rescue people and recounted the harrowing experiences inside the tower. (1:35:20 - 1:38:33)
Felipe David's Injuries: Rodriguez described seeing Felipe David with severe burns, indicating an explosion in the basement. (1:36:42 - 1:38:33)
Public Statements: Despite mainstream media censorship, Rodriguez consistently shared his story of the explosions. (1:47:30 - 1:52:25)
🛂 Michael Springmann and the Visa Scandal
Summary
Michael Springmann, a former consular officer, disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah. This facilitated the entry of terrorists into the U.S., some of whom were involved in the 9/11 attacks.
Quotes
"Michael Springmann, a former consular officer, disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah." (1:05:51)
Key Points
Consular Role: Springmann worked at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah and was pressured to issue visas to unqualified individuals. (1:07:52 - 1:10:18)
CIA Pressure: He was told to approve visas for individuals with no ties to Saudi Arabia or their home countries. (1:08:24 - 1:11:09)
Visa Issuance: Many of the 9/11 hijackers obtained their visas through the Jeddah consulate under suspicious circumstances. (1:19:40 - 1:20:50)
Whistleblower Efforts: Springmann tried to raise awareness about the visa scandal through various channels but faced significant pushback. (1:20:50 - 1:25:20)
Blacklisting: After leaving the State Department, Springmann struggled to find employment, suspecting he was blacklisted for his whistleblowing. (1:24:47 - 1:27:04)
📜 911 Commission and Its Shortcomings
Summary
The 9/11 Commission faced numerous challenges, including underfunding, White House obstruction, and conflicts of interest. Several commissioners admitted the commission was set up to fail, raising questions about the thoroughness and accuracy of its report.
Quotes
"Even Lee Hamilton, the co-chair of the 9/11 Commission itself, admits to us that the process he headed up was seriously flawed."
(2:00:56)
Key Points
Initial Resistance: The Bush administration resisted forming a commission for 441 days after 9/11. (1:56:36 - 2:00:18)
Henry Kissinger’s Appointment: Kissinger was initially appointed as chairman but resigned after conflicts of interest were exposed. (1:57:09 - 1:59:41)
Commissioners' Concerns: Six out of ten commissioners expressed concerns about being misled and obstructed during the investigation. (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)
Max Cleland’s Resignation: Cleland resigned, citing the commission’s compromise by the White House. (2:01:24 - 2:03:27)
Bob Kerrey’s Statement: Kerrey remarked that 9/11 was a "30-year-old conspiracy," but this statement was never followed up by the media. (2:02:51 - 2:03:27)
FAQs
Q: Who is Kevin Ryan and what did he reveal about the 9/11 attacks?
A: Kevin Ryan was a site manager at Environmental Health Laboratories, a subsidiary of Underwriters Laboratories (UL). He questioned UL's role in certifying the World Trade Center's steel components and raised concerns about the fire resistance tests. Ryan's investigations suggested inconsistencies in the official narrative, leading to his dismissal after he publicized his findings. [Timestamp: 00:47 - 10:12]
Q: What did Dr. Kate Jenkins expose about the EPA's response to 9/11?
A: Dr. Kate Jenkins, an EPA scientist, exposed the agency's false assurances about the air quality in Lower Manhattan after the 9/11 attacks. She revealed that the EPA had covered up the toxic properties of the dust emanating from the World Trade Center site, which contributed to severe health issues among first responders and residents. Her whistleblowing led to years of retaliation and a prolonged legal battle with the EPA. [Timestamp: 19:39 - 38:24]
Q: What is Barry Jennings' significance in the 9/11 narrative?
A: Barry Jennings was the Deputy Director of Emergency Services for the New York City Housing Authority. He reported hearing and experiencing explosions inside World Trade Center 7 before its collapse, contradicting the official explanation that fire caused the building's destruction. Jennings' testimony suggests the presence of pre-planted explosives, challenging the official story. [Timestamp: 42:10 - 59:50]
Q: How did William Rodriguez contribute to the rescue efforts on 9/11, and what did he witness?
A: William Rodriguez, a janitor in the North Tower with a master key, played a crucial role in rescuing people on 9/11 by unlocking doors and helping individuals escape. He reported an explosion in the sub-basement of the North Tower before the plane impact, suggesting the presence of explosives. His consistent account has been largely ignored by mainstream media. [Timestamp: 1:31:05 - 1:54:59]
Q: What did Michael Springmann reveal about the U.S. consulate in Jeddah?
A: Michael Springmann, a former consular officer, disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah. This facilitated the entry of terrorists into the U.S., some of whom were involved in the 9/11 attacks. Springmann's revelations raise significant questions about the official narrative and the role of U.S. intelligence agencies. [Timestamp: 1:05:51 - 1:27:04]
Q: What were the main issues with the 9/11 Commission's investigation?
A: The 9/11 Commission faced several issues, including being underfunded, obstructed by the White House, and staffed with individuals having conflicts of interest. Multiple commissioners, including the chairman and vice-chairman, admitted the commission was set up to fail. They reported being misled and lied to by Pentagon officials, and some considered bringing criminal charges against those officials. [Timestamp: 1:56:36 - 2:03:27]
Q: How did the first responders' testimonies support the theory of explosives in the towers?
A: First responders, including firefighters and paramedics, reported hearing multiple explosions in the towers, both before and after the plane impacts. These testimonies suggest the presence of pre-planted explosives, challenging the official story that the towers collapsed solely due to the plane impacts and resulting fires. [Timestamp: 1:38:33 - 1:43:38]
Q: What actions did William Rodriguez take after 9/11 to seek the truth?
A: William Rodriguez used his platform to advocate for the health and safety of 9/11 survivors and first responders. He played a key role in pushing for the establishment of the 9/11 Commission and has continued to speak out about his experiences and the discrepancies in the official narrative. Despite facing marginalization and censorship, Rodriguez remains dedicated to uncovering the truth about 9/11. [Timestamp: 1:47:30 - 1:52:25]
Key Quotes
"After all, every major conspiracy has its whistleblowers, doesn't it? But there's a problem with this logically fallacious non-argument: someone did talk. In fact, numerous people have come out to blow the whistle on the events of September 11, 2001, and the cover-up that surrounds those events." (00:00)
"These concerns prompted Ryan in October 2003 to write directly to Loring Knoblach, outlining his thoughts and asking what Knoblach was doing to protect our reputation." (03:42)
"Dr. Kate Jenkins had joined the EPA in December 1979, serving as an environmental scientist with EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response. Her work included detecting hazardous waste and developing regulations for their control." (24:30)
"As early as September 18th, the very same day that Whitman was assuring New Yorkers that the air was safe to breathe, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had already detected sulfur dioxide levels in the air so high that, according to one industrial hygienist, they exceeded the EPA standard for a classification of hazardous." (20:16)
"Barry Jennings was the Deputy Director of Emergency Services for the New York City Housing Authority. After the first plane hit the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. on the morning of 9/11, Jennings was called to the city's Office of Emergency Management in World Trade Center Building 7." (43:04)
"When I got to the sixth floor, there was an explosion. That's what forced us back to the eighth floor. Both buildings were still standing." (57:28)
"William Rodriguez, a janitor in the North Tower with a master key, witnessed and reported explosions in the sub-basement before the plane impact." (1:31:05)
"We hear like a big rumble, not like an impact, like a rumble, like something moving furniture on a massive way. And all of a sudden we hear another rumble and a guy comes running into our office and all his skin was off his body." (1:38:33)
"Michael Springmann, a former consular officer, disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah, facilitating the entry of terrorists into the U.S." (1:05:51)
"Even Lee Hamilton, the co-chair of the 9/11 Commission itself, admits to us that the process he headed up was seriously flawed." (2:00:56)
"We got started late, we had a very short time frame, indeed we had to get it extended, we did not have enough money. They were afraid we were going to hang somebody, but it was very difficult, and Lee and I write in our book that we think the commission in many ways was set up to fail." (2:00:18)
"Ultimately, the story of Rodriguez is important not just for what it tells us about the official 9/11 narrative or even for what it tells us about the way that power operates in society. It is important because it shows us what ordinary men and women are capable of in extreme situations." (1:52:57)
🔑 Key Points
Certification Concerns: Ryan questioned UL's certification of the World Trade Center steel, leading to his termination. (00:47 - 10:12)
False Assurances: The EPA, under Whitman, falsely assured the public about air quality post-9/11, leading to severe health issues. (20:16 - 38:24)
Explosions in WTC 7: Jennings reported explosions in WTC 7 before the building's collapse, contradicting the official story. (42:10 - 59:50)
Basement Explosions: Rodriguez witnessed and reported an explosion in the North Tower’s sub-basement before the plane impact. (1:31:05 - 1:54:59)
Visa Scandal: Springmann revealed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants, facilitating terrorists' entry into the U.S. (1:05:51 - 1:27:04)
911 Commission's Shortcomings: The 9/11 Commission faced numerous challenges and was admitted by several commissioners to be flawed and obstructed. (1:56:36 - 2:03:27)
📝 Summary
Introduction: The documentary challenges the notion that no whistleblowers have emerged from 9/11, presenting several key individuals who have come forward.
Kevin Ryan: He questioned UL's certification of the World Trade Center steel, leading to significant professional repercussions.
Dr. Kate Jenkins: She revealed the EPA’s false assurances about air quality, leading to severe health issues for first responders and residents, and faced retaliation for her whistleblowing.
Barry Jennings: Reported explosions in WTC 7 before its collapse, contradicting the official story.
William Rodriguez: Witnessed an explosion in the North Tower’s sub-basement before the plane impact, supporting the theory of pre-planted explosives.
Michael Springmann: Disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants, facilitating terrorists' entry into the U.S.
911 Commission: Faced numerous challenges, including underfunding, White House obstruction, and conflicts of interest, with several commissioners admitting it was set up to fail.
Important Quotes: Highlight key statements from the documentary that summarize the whistleblowers' concerns and experiences.
Key Points: Summarize the main issues raised by the whistleblowers, including certification concerns, false assurances, explosions, visa scandals, and the commission’s shortcomings.
Timeline of Important Events
September 11, 2001
8:46 AM: Barry Jennings and Michael Hess enter World Trade Center Building 7 before the South Tower is struck. Jennings reports explosions inside WTC 7. (42:10 - 59:50)
8:46 AM: William Rodriguez hears an explosion in the sub-basement of the North Tower before the plane impact. (1:31:05 - 1:54:59)
Morning: Kevin Ryan learns about UL's certification of the steel used in the World Trade Center. (00:47 - 10:12)
September 18, 2001
The EPA detects high sulfur dioxide levels in the air but publicly assures New Yorkers that the air is safe to breathe. (20:16 - 38:24)
2002
Tom Chapin writes an editorial to the New York Times admitting UL's testing was behind the World Trade Center towers' fire resistance. (04:22 - 10:12)
NIST begins a three-year, $16 million study of the Twin Towers' failure. (07:00 - 10:12)
October 2003
Kevin Ryan writes to Loring Knoblach, CEO of UL, outlining his concerns about the steel certification and the towers' collapse. (03:42 - 10:12)
November 11, 2004
Kevin Ryan writes to Frank Gale, director of NIST’s Twin Towers investigation, highlighting the discrepancies in the official narrative. (10:12 - 12:34)
November 16, 2004
Kevin Ryan is terminated from UL for raising concerns about the steel certification and the towers' collapse. (16:07 - 16:52)
2006
Media attention briefly returns to Dr. Kate Jenkins’ revelations about the EPA's false air quality assurances. (31:57 - 32:28)
December 30, 2010
Dr. Kate Jenkins is fired from the EPA following a series of retaliatory workplace incidents. (34:07 - 34:43)
2012
Dr. Kate Jenkins is reinstated to her position at the EPA following a federal court decision. (36:21 - 36:43)
2018
The Department of Labor confirms that Dr. Kate Jenkins was unjustly fired and retaliated against for her whistleblowing. (37:54 - 38:24)
2009
Bob Kerrey, a 9/11 Commissioner, remarks that 9/11 was a "30-year-old conspiracy." (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)
September 2008
Barry Jennings passes away in a hospital under mysterious circumstances, just as NIST is releasing its final report on WTC 7. (1:01:19 - 1:03:06)
Quotes
"After all, every major conspiracy has its whistleblowers, doesn't it? But there's a problem with this logically fallacious non-argument: someone did talk. In fact, numerous people have come out to blow the whistle on the events of September 11, 2001, and the cover-up that surrounds those events." (00:00)
"These concerns prompted Ryan in October 2003 to write directly to Loring Knoblach, outlining his thoughts and asking what Knoblach was doing to protect our reputation." (03:42)
"Dr. Kate Jenkins had joined the EPA in December 1979, serving as an environmental scientist with EPA's Office of Solid Waste and Emergency Response. Her work included detecting hazardous waste and developing regulations for their control." (24:30)
"As early as September 18th, the very same day that Whitman was assuring New Yorkers that the air was safe to breathe, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had already detected sulfur dioxide levels in the air so high that, according to one industrial hygienist, they exceeded the EPA standard for a classification of hazardous." (20:16)
"Barry Jennings was the Deputy Director of Emergency Services for the New York City Housing Authority. After the first plane hit the North Tower at 8:46 a.m. on the morning of 9/11, Jennings was called to the city's Office of Emergency Management in World Trade Center Building 7." (43:04)
"When I got to the sixth floor, there was an explosion. That's what forced us back to the eighth floor. Both buildings were still standing." (57:28)
"William Rodriguez, a janitor in the North Tower with a master key, witnessed and reported explosions in the sub-basement before the plane impact." (1:31:05)
"We hear like a big rumble, not like an impact, like a rumble, like something moving furniture on a massive way. And all of a sudden we hear another rumble and a guy comes running into our office and all his skin was off his body." (1:38:33)
"Michael Springmann, a former consular officer, disclosed that the CIA pressured him to issue visas to unqualified applicants at the U.S. consulate in Jeddah, facilitating the entry of terrorists into the U.S." (1:05:51)
"Even Lee Hamilton, the co-chair of the 9/11 Commission itself, admits to us that the process he headed up was seriously flawed." (2:00:56)
"We got started late, we had a very short time frame, indeed we had to get it extended, we did not have enough money. They were afraid we were going to hang somebody, but it was very difficult, and Lee and I write in our book that we think the commission in many ways was set up to fail." (2:00:18)
"Ultimately, the story of Rodriguez is important not just for what it tells us about the official 9/11 narrative or even for what it tells us about the way that power operates in society. It is important because it shows us what ordinary men and women are capable of in extreme situations." (1:52:57)
Key People
Kevin Ryan - Site manager at Environmental Health Laboratories, questioned UL's role in certifying the World Trade Center's steel components. (00:47 - 10:12)
Loring Knoblach - CEO of Underwriters Laboratories, involved in the certification of the World Trade Center's steel. (01:31 - 10:12)
Tom Chapin - Head of UL's fire resistance division, involved in the testing and certification of the World Trade Center's steel components. (04:22 - 10:12)
Dr. Kate Jenkins - EPA scientist who exposed the agency's false assurances about air quality in Lower Manhattan post-9/11. (24:30 - 38:24)
Christine Todd Whitman - EPA Administrator during 9/11, provided false assurances about the air quality at Ground Zero. (20:16 - 38:24)
Barry Jennings - Deputy Director of Emergency Services for the New York City Housing Authority, reported explosions inside World Trade Center 7 before its collapse. (42:10 - 59:50)
Michael Hess - Corporation Counsel, accompanied Barry Jennings in World Trade Center 7 during the 9/11 attacks. (42:10 - 59:50)
William Rodriguez - Janitor in the North Tower with a master key, reported an explosion in the sub-basement before the plane impact. (1:31:05 - 1:54:59)
Michael Springmann - Former consular officer, revealed the U.S. consulate in Jeddah issued visas to terrorists under CIA pressure. (1:05:51 - 1:27:04)
Henry Kissinger - Initially appointed chairman of the 9/11 Commission, resigned after being questioned about conflicts of interest. (1:56:36 - 2:03:27)
Thomas Kean - Former New Jersey governor, appointed chairman of the 9/11 Commission after Kissinger. (1:56:36 - 2:03:27)
Lee Hamilton - Former Indiana congressman, appointed vice chairman of the 9/11 Commission. Admitted the commission was set up to fail. (1:56:36 - 2:03:27)
Bob Kerrey - 9/11 Commissioner, expressed concerns about the commission's investigation. (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)
Tim Roemer - 9/11 Commissioner, expressed concerns about the commission's investigation. (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)
John Lehman - 9/11 Commissioner, admitted the commission faced significant obstacles and conflicts of interest. (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)
Max Cleland - 9/11 Commissioner, resigned because he believed the commission was compromised by the Bush administration. (2:00:56 - 2:03:27)