comments were in no way "rogue"...note this excerpt from your linked article...
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"The four star general did not detail the activities, but explained how they were lawful, conducted with complete civilian oversight of the military and through policy decided at the Department of Defence. (sic)"
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The Intelligence Community uses 'Mind Games' along with substantive actions...unless you are privy to all the discussions going on in this sphere, don't be too quick to dig your heels in.