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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

My expert commentary on AI for the National Security Institute explores a feasible first step in maintaining the U.S. edge over China while reigning in the dangers of AI misalignment. #AI #AIAlignment #AISafety thescif.org/experts-weig...

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Experts Weigh In: Building or Braking in the Future of AI

Over the past few weeks, AI safety has gone from an industry debate to a live political flashpoint. A former Anthropic researcher’s…

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

If you find yourself at the Barnes & Noble in Georgetown, check out the featured True Crime section at the front of the store. Signed copies of Second Wave available!

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

For history buffs, here's my discussion on the Echoes of War Podcast about al Qaeda's post-9/11 plot to attack the U.S. open.spotify.com/episode/0WmC...

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Inside Al-Qaeda's "Second Wave": the follow up Plan after 9/11

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

My discussion on the 9/11 defendants at Guantanamo Bay and lessons learned after 9/11. app.box.com/s/y8xj6x5u1m...

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MICHAEL LEBOWITZ PHILA LIVE 9.9.26.mp4 | Powered by Box

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The previously untold story of al Qaeda's post-9/11 plot to smuggle nuclear materials into the U.S., and America's secret efforts to stop it. #September11 #NatSec www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCig...

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CRABBY: A 9/11 Prosecutor on the Attack That Almost Followed.

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

How did an ordinary businessman get tied to #AlQaeda's post-9/11 plans? Former war crimes prosecutor Michael Lebowitz joins host Ron Granieri to discuss his book, “Second Wave”, detailing this true story & the FBI, CIA, & military turf wars #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/the...

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SMUGGLING, SUPERMAX, AND THE SECOND WAVE: POST-9/11

How does an unremarkable and non-ideological businessman end up trying to bring nuclear weapons into the United States for a notorious terrorist organization? Former war crimes prosecutor Michael Lebo...

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

An important development in US efforts to combat the ever-evolving China cyber threat. As I mention, publicity looks like a "name-and-shame" campaign where the U.S. essentially publicly calls out foreign hackers to let them know that we're on to them. #Cyber #NatSec www.usatoday.com/story/news/p...

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US says Chinese hackers broke into DOJ, NASA, Federal Reserve, Senate

The Justice Department said it ‌has disrupted a Chinese hacking operation responsible for break-ins at numerous sensitive U.S. federal agencies.

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

AI-fueled cyber attacks are increasingly interfering with our daily lives. Here's my discussion on WAVY TV (NBC). www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHql...

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Cyber Attack Investigation | Inside the Investigation

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

My conversation with a former CIA lawyer who worked with me in the case of al Qaeda's post-9/11 Second Wave plot to smuggle Pakistani nuclear materials into US ports, and the thrilling, global efforts to stop it. #NatSec #nonfiction www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-Xe...

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AL-QAEDA'S SECOND 9/11 ATTACK PLOT Was STOPPED: The Story America NEVER Knew...

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

From NPR: "[Second Wave] reads like the thriller that it is." This true crime story featuring never-reported information from the 9/11 era to today is now on audiobook! youtube.com/shorts/NBeZx... via @YouTube

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Audiobook Sample: Second Wave

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Diversion Books @diversionbooks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

SECOND WAVE by @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social is now available! Discover a deadlier sequel to 9/11—and the race inside the CIA, FBI, and Pentagon to stop it. Order your copy today, link down below!

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

"Second Wave" describes the most notorious bathroom break demand in FBI history. Readers are taken into the interrogation & see how the government official's bathroom demand crippled a major post-9/11 terrorism investigation. Here's one book reviewer's take. www.thecipherbrief.com/book-review/...

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A War Crimes Prosecutor's Inside Account of Al Qaeda's Secret Nuclear Plot

BOOK REVIEW: SECOND WAVE: INSIDE AL QAEDA’S POST-9/11 ATTACK PLAN AND AMERICA’S SECRET EFFORT TO STOP ITBy Michael Lebowitz / Diversion BooksReviewed by: Robert J. Eatinger, Jr.The Reviewer: Robert Ea...

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

One of the most important and secretive manhunts in modern American history. The government tried to block its release. They initially stamped it "Not Cleared due to Full Objection." My author journey didn't begin with pomp and celebration. It began with a fight. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2...

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260. Al Qaeda's Second Wave Plot: A Deep Dive into Post-9/11 Investigations with Michael Lebowitz

Podcast Episode · SPYCRAFT 101 · August 10 · 1h 27m

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Iran's Supreme Leader may have just authorized proxy attacks on US/Jewish targets. Apart from a dramatic, true crime story, my book, Second Wave, analyzes vulnerabilities before 9/11, its aftermath, and through today. Presale now & bookshelves in 1 month. www.simonandschuster.com/books/Second...

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Second Wave

A deadlier sequel to 9/11—and the race inside the CIA, FBI, and pentagon to stop itIn 2003, US intelligence uncovered evidence that al Qaeda had ac...

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Barnes & Noble Pre-order sale! Use code PREORDER25 This book about al Qaeda’s post-9/11 nuclear plot & how it continues to resonate today has received rave reviews from Pulitzer Prize winners, scholars, & military leaders. #BNPreorder @barnesandnoble.com www.barnesandnoble.com/w/second-wav...

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Second Wave: Inside Al Qaeda's Post-9/11 Attack Plan and America's Secret Effort to Stop It

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Second Wave was featured on FOX 5 DC where we discussed current national security vulnerabilities And how we got here.

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Diversion Books @diversionbooks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

A deadlier sequel to 9/11—and the race inside the CIA, FBI, and Pentagon to stop it. In SECOND WAVE, Michael Lebowitz captures post-9/11 chaos and drama. Releasing August 11, 2026. Pre-order your copy today!

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MSW Media @mswmedia.com · 05/06/2026

Former Gitmo prosecutor Michael Lebowitz takes us inside the nuclear plot that never was. Guest: @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social New #SpyTalk 🕵🏼‍♀️ podcast with hosts @spytalker.bsky.social & @misikoff.bsky.social #KarenGreenberg #MSWMedia Listen: redcircle.com/shows/d7fabf...

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

May 12, 2001: Exactly 25-years ago today was Usama bin Laden’s preferred date to launch what became known as the 9/11 attacks. He was enamored with the attack occurring on 5/12, which was 7 months after the USS Cole bombing. KSM pushed back, arguing hijackers were not ready.

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

May 8, 2001: VP Cheney tasked with preparations for managing a possible WMD attack & national preparedness. 9/11 plotting continued unabated & 9/11 mastermind KSM began grooming a potential source w/means to obtain WMDs and to ship them thru US ports.

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Preorder sale! Second Wave chronicles al Qaeda’s plan for a post-9/11 attack on America & their effort to obtain WMD. It describes a gradual slide toward pre-9/11 complacency, asking whether the US is prepared to prevent the next catastrophic strike. 25% off preorder for limited time: PREORDER25

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Mike Lebowitz @lebowitzbooks.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Coming soon! Second Wave exposes Al Qaeda’s plan to launch a far deadlier sequel to the 2001 attacks as it details the heroic yet controversial race within the CIA, FBI, and Pentagon to stop the plot—and forcing readers to ask: Are we truly prepared to prevent the next one? Lebowitzbooks.com

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