Trump says U.S. should ‘level’ Gaza, create ‘Riviera of the Middle East’
Feb 5, 2025
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Chris Van Hollen, a Democratic Senator from Maryland and member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Maxwell Frost, a Democratic Congressman from Florida, dive into the controversial U.S. policy towards Gaza announced by the President. They discuss alarming implications, including claims of ethnic cleansing and the humanitarian crisis. The conversation extends to concerns over billionaire influence in government, particularly with Elon Musk's impact on U.S. aid. Legal challenges faced by FBI agents and political accountability are also hot topics in this engaging dialogue.
The podcast emphasizes the unprecedented shift in American foreign policy towards Gaza, sparked by recent statements from the President.
Discussion of the protests against Elon Musk's takeover and the legal challenges faced by the FBI highlights the intersection of corporate power and government integrity.
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Guests: Sen. Chris Van Hollen, Jeremey Konydk, Rep. Maxwell Frost, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
Tonight: The President of the United States appeared to announce a completely unprecedented American policy towards Gaza. Then, the growing protests over Elon Musk's takeover. Plus, the new lawsuit to stop the attempted purge at the FBI.
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