USS Liberty Survivor Phil Tourney with Candace Owens

Phil Tourney, one of the courageous survivors of the devastating attack by Israel on the USS Liberty, joined Candace Owens to share his personal and compelling story in detail. With over 6.5 million views to date, thank you, Candace, for bringing our story to the World!

USS Liberty Survivor Breaks Silence: The Untold Story of a 1967 Naval Attack

USS Liberty Survivor Breaks Silence: The Untold Story of a 1967 Naval Attack
Discover the chilling first-hand account of a USS Liberty survivor, Philip Turney, as he shares the truth about the 1967 attack and the decades-long cover-up. A powerful interview hosted by Candace Owens.

A Letter That Changed Everything

Candace Owens opens Episode 118 with a powerful letter that deeply impacted her perspective on U.S. politics and foreign policy. The author? Philip Turney, a 77-year-old Navy veteran and survivor of the 1967 USS Liberty attack. In an emotional in-studio appearance, Turney recounts how an American ship was savagely attacked during the Six-Day War—an incident he believes was covered up by the U.S. government to protect foreign allies.

June 8, 1967 – A Day of Betrayal

The USS Liberty, marked clearly as a U.S. ship and flying the American flag, was stationed in international waters near the Sinai Peninsula. Despite being identified multiple times by Israeli reconnaissance aircraft as friendly, the ship was struck without warning by unmarked jet fighters and torpedo boats.

Key facts Turney reveals:

  • Over 821 rocket and cannon holes riddled the ship.

  • More than 5,000 armor-piercing bullets struck.

  • A 40x40 ft. torpedo hole killed 25 crew members instantly.

  • Lifeboats were shot at; survivors were left to die.

  • Help was 40 minutes away but held back for 17 hours.

Political Silence & Government Cover-up

Perhaps most shocking is Turney’s account of being threatened into silence. According to him:

  • Secretary of Defense McNamara recalled rescue jets mid-flight.

  • President Lyndon B. Johnson allegedly said, “I don’t care about a few dead sailors. I will not embarrass my ally, Israel.”

  • Survivors were ordered not to speak about the event under threat of prison—or worse.

Survivors Still Fighting for Justice

The USS Liberty Veterans Association, now operated by survivors like Turney, continues to demand a full, public investigation. Owens pledges $40,000 annually to support their mission and urges her audience to donate and spread awareness.

"This has changed everything for me," Owens says. “It’s time Americans hear the truth.”

Final Thoughts – America First or Silence First?

The interview forces viewers to reconsider what "America First" really means. If a decorated U.S. naval crew could be attacked and forgotten, what else lies buried?

Call to Action:

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Visit usslibertyveterans.org to donate, explore the historical records, and honor those who served.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • USS Liberty incident

  • Candace Owens USS Liberty

  • Philip Turney interview

  • 1967 naval attack

  • USS Liberty cover-up

  • Lyndon B. Johnson Israel

  • Six-Day War secrets

  • Veterans silenced

  • US Navy survivors

  • USS Liberty truth

STAY AFLOAT - by Phil Tourney
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USS LIBERTY SURVIVOR | US NAVY VETERAN | PATRIOT

ALL NEW BOOK

On June 8, 1967, twenty-year-old Phil Tourney found himself in the middle of a nightmare—trapped aboard the USS Liberty as it was attacked and left burning in the Mediterranean Sea. Against every odd, he survived. But the story didn’t end there. What began as a fight to stay alive became a lifelong lesson: the storms that threaten to sink us are also the waters that teach us how to STAY AFLOAT.

Stay Afloat is not just the story of one man’s survival—it’s a guide for anyone facing their own trials, setbacks, or unseen battles. Drawing on the hard-earned wisdom of that day and the decades since, Phil shares lessons about resilience, faith, courage, and finding purpose even when waves keep coming. This book is a memoir and a lifeline, reminding us that staying afloat isn’t just about survival—it’s about living with strength, hope, and meaning.

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