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The Debt Ceiling & Alec Baldwin Faces Charges | 1.20.23

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Jan 20, 2023
The government faces a crisis as it hits its debt ceiling, prompting urgent negotiations between parties. Alec Baldwin's legal troubles intensify one year after a fatal on-set incident, raising questions about accountability. Meanwhile, a New York business employs facial recognition technology to deny access to events, sparking debates on privacy and civil liberties. The podcast navigates these pressing issues with insight and urgency, showcasing the intersection of legal challenges and ethical dilemmas in today's society.
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INSIGHT

Debt Ceiling Standoff

  • The US hit its debt ceiling, requiring Congress to negotiate a deal to avoid default.
  • Republicans want spending cuts, while Democrats demand a clean debt ceiling increase.
ANECDOTE

Rust Shooting Charges

  • Alec Baldwin and Hannah Gutierrez-Reed face involuntary manslaughter charges for the fatal shooting on the set of Rust.
  • Prosecutors argue that negligence led to the death of Halyna Hutchins.
INSIGHT

Facial Recognition Controversy

  • Madison Square Garden uses facial recognition to ban lawyers from firms suing them.
  • This raises concerns about chilling free speech and privacy violations.
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