Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 1/11/23 Counter Points: Biden Responds to Classified Docs, Flights Grounded Across US, Net Neutrality Dedication, Mint The Trillion Dollar Coin, January 6th GeoFence, GOP VS IRS, Ro Khanna Interview
Jan 11, 2023
Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative for California's 17th district and advocate for tech and economic reform, joins the discussion. They delve into Biden's handling of classified documents, contrasting it with Trump's situation while injecting humor. Khanna sheds light on a bipartisan bill aimed at revitalizing American industrial policy and honors Aaron Swartz's significant impact on net neutrality. The conversation also touches on the GOP's attempts to defund the IRS and the implications of surveillance on privacy in the wake of the January 6th events.
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Biden Documents
- Biden responded to classified documents found in his office, claiming they were in a locked cabinet.
- This draws parallels to the Mar-a-Lago documents but with key differences, like Biden's team reporting the documents.
Blake Hounchel's Passing
- New York Times reporter Blake Hounchel died after battling depression.
- His family's statement highlighted his struggle, raising awareness about suicide.
California Split-Screen
- California is experiencing a dystopian split-screen: the Golden Globes' return amid devastating floods.
- This juxtaposition highlights the stark contrast between elite celebrations and widespread suffering.