Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 2/16/23: Nikki Haley Humiliates Herself, US Says May Never Recover UFO Debris, Ohio Derailment Water Poisoning, Republicans On Ukraine Aid, MSNBC Girl Boss Haley, Feinstein Forgets Retirement, Ohio Corruption, Google Takedown with Matt Stoller
Feb 16, 2023
Matt Stoller, a noted author and antitrust expert, joins the discussion on the growing divide over Google’s market power. They delve into the implications of recent FTC actions and the clash between traditional and progressive views on monopolies. The hosts also critique Nikki Haley's rocky campaign debut and explore the fallout from the Ohio train derailment, highlighting the intertwined issues of corporate negligence and public safety. Additional topics include shifting Republican sentiments on Ukraine aid and Dianne Feinstein’s surprising memory lapses regarding her retirement.
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Haley's Policy Struggles
- Nikki Haley struggled to differentiate her policies from Trump's when questioned by Sean Hannity.
- She repeated the phrase "kicking forward" without offering concrete policy distinctions.
Trump's Attack Strategy
- Trump's attack on Haley highlights key Republican issues, like entitlement reform and Ukraine aid.
- This reveals potential dividing lines within the party.
Avoiding Trump's Name
- The New York Times highlighted Republican candidates' reluctance to mention Trump directly.
- Haley's campaign launch and subsequent interviews avoided mentioning Trump by name.