[USNBandit]

These recording make one wonder about the relationship between ATF and the dealer. It seems really odd to have a conversation like that with what is essentially a confidential informant.

Without even getting into the violation of export laws, stepping on the toes of the State Dept., and unleashing weapons onto the streets of Mexico, this isn't the way anybody else conducts a criminal investigation.

It is safe to say that even the most paranoid foil hatted conspiracy theorist would have a tough time expecting an operation this messed up.

[dblshot]

This conversation sounds more like co-conspirators than a lawman and a CI.