Peter Thiel's Political Speculations and Tech Industry Influence

America–and the Squawk team–is digesting the CNN Presidential Debate. CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports on the respective performances of Presidents Joe Biden and Donald Trump, including Democrats’ concerns about President Biden’s stamina. Investor and briefly the Communications Director for President Trump Anthony Scaramucci digests the debate, the future of the Democratic ticket, and what it all means for investors. In Colorado, Andrew Ross Sorkin reports on the debate reaction at the Aspen Ideas Festival. He shares comments from legendary entrepreneur and venture capitalist, early Facebook investor, and former GOP donor Peter Thiel. Thiel explains his take on social media, China’s plans for Taiwan, and he makes a surprising call on bitcoin. 

Eamon Javers - 2:15

Anthony Scaramucci - 15:05

Peter Thiel - 27:48

In this episode:

Peter Thiel, @peterthiel

Anthony Scaramucci, @Scaramucci

Eamon Javers, @EamonJavers

Becky Quick,@BeckyQuick

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Andrew Ross Sorkin,@andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer,@Kramer_Katie