Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Stories of Week 10/30: Pelosi Attack, Elon's Plan, Affirmative Action, Midterm Races, & More!
Nov 5, 2022
Ken Klippenstein, an investigative reporter for The Intercept known for uncovering government secrets, joins the discussion on pressing current events. They analyze the attack on Paul Pelosi, exploring mental health and conspiracy narratives. The conversation shifts to Elon Musk's Twitter and debates over content moderation post-acquisition. Klippenstein also tackles the implications of the Supreme Court's stance on affirmative action and examines key Senate races while shedding light on rising tensions in East Asia, especially concerning North Korea.
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Pelosi's 911 Call
- Paul Pelosi secretly called 911 from the bathroom during the attack.
- He left the phone on speaker so the dispatcher could hear what was happening.
Debunking the Third Person Theory
- Initial reports about a third person present at the Pelosi attack were incorrect.
- San Francisco police confirmed only Pelosi and the attacker, David DePape, were present.
Attacker's Online Presence
- The attacker's online posts reveal a mix of right-wing conspiracy theories and non-political content.
- He wrote about QAnon, picking Trump's VP, and also fairies created with AI.