Pirate Wires RFK Gets Grilled By Congress, Trump’s Insane Start To His Presidency, & DeepSeek Starts An AI War
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Jan 31, 2025 Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced tough questioning in Congress, raising eyebrows about his views on vaccines. Trump kicked off his presidency with an impressive stack of executive orders, causing both praise and contention. Meanwhile, the emergence of DeepSeek AI sparked concerns over its impact on U.S. market stability and competition in the AI space. The discussion also highlights the shifting media landscape, with an intriguing nod to the future of political influence as new voices challenge established norms.
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RFK Jr.'s Senate Hearing
- RFK Jr. faced intense grilling from Democrats on the Senate panel, especially from Elizabeth Warren.
- The questioning focused on past comments about Lyme disease, vaccines, and potential conflicts of interest with pharmaceutical companies.
Source of RFK Jr.'s Appeal
- RFK Jr.'s appeal lies in his skepticism of established systems, resonating with those who distrust institutions.
- While often right about systemic flaws, his proposed solutions and interpretations can be questionable.
The End of 'Settled Science'
- The "science is settled" mantra is over, as evidenced by increasing skepticism towards health claims.
- This skepticism, while healthy, can be exploited by figures like RFK Jr., who offer potentially harmful alternative explanations.