Pod Save the World The US and Europe’s Conscious Uncoupling
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Feb 26, 2025 
Zeke Faux, an investigative reporter for Bloomberg Businessweek and author of "Number Go Up," discusses the growing rift between the US and Europe regarding the war in Ukraine. He sheds light on the implications of an Argentinian President's memecoin and its connections to crypto schemes involving the Trump family. The conversation also touches on Germany's political shifts, the rise of right-wing sentiments in Europe, and the urgent need for coherent governance amidst global tensions.
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Focus on Ukrainian Concessions
- All current discussions revolve around Ukrainian concessions, not Russian ones.
- This focus ignores Russia's aggression and shifts the burden of responsibility.
U.S. Alignment with Russia in UN
- The U.S. is aligning with Russia against Europe in UN votes, a historic shift.
- This signals a potential U.S. withdrawal from the UN or efforts to diminish its power.
German Election Results
- Germany's far-right AFD party doubled its support, signaling a concerning trend.
- Mertz will likely be the next Chancellor, but his hardline stance on immigration is problematic.
