UNBIASED Politics (2/6/25): U.S./Gaza Takeover Comments, Politico's $8.2M Government Payout, CBS Releases Harris Interview Transcript, the Controversy Behind USAID, and More.

Feb 6, 2025

Dive into the complexities surrounding USAID and its controversial ties to global aid efforts. Explore Trump's provocative proposal for U.S. control over Gaza, offering a fresh perspective on reconstruction after conflict. Learn about the significance of CBS's transcript release amid legal battles involving Kamala Harris. The podcast also tackles a new executive order impacting women's sports, igniting discussions on gender identity. Plus, get insights on government funding for media outlets like Politico and the ongoing debate over transgender participation in sports.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

USAID: Impact and Controversies

03:45 • 12min

Legal Issues and Political Proposals

15:33 • 4min

Rebuilding Gaza: Conflict and Hope

20:02 • 9min

International Reactions and E-commerce Insights

28:48 • 7min

Protecting Women's Sports: The New Executive Order

35:34 • 9min

Exploring Funding in News Media and the Debate on Transgender Women in Sports

44:24 • 3min

Get the facts, without the spin. UNBIASED offers a clear, impartial recap of US news, including politics, elections, legal news, and more. Hosted by lawyer Jordan Berman, each episode provides a recap of current political events plus breakdowns of complex concepts—like constitutional rights, recent Supreme Court rulings, and new legislation—in an easy-to-understand way. No personal opinions, just the facts you need to stay informed on the daily news that matters. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place.

In today's episode:

USAID: What Is It and Why So Much Controversy? (2:24)
DOGE Claims to Have Made Significant Cuts. Can It Actually Make Cuts? (10:22)
Trump Proposes US Take Control of Gaza After War and Rebuild (15:39)
CBS Releases Transcript from Harris Interview Amid $10B Lawsuit From Trump (26:47)
President Trump Signs 'Keeping Men Out Of Women's Sports' Executive Order; Here's What It Says and How It Has To Do With Immigration (29:28)
Quick Hitters: Updates to the Federal Buyout Offer, DOJ Sues Chicago Over Sanctuary City Laws, Pam Bondi Confirmed as Attorney General (35:05)
Rumor Has It: Politico Received $8.2M From Government Last Year (36:56) (Politico Responded After this Episode Was Recorded. You Can Read that Response Here.)
Critical Thinking Segment (38:40)

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