Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 8/29/22: Fed Policy, Trump Investigation, New Polling, Big Pharma War, Facebook Censorship, Populist Dems, & More!
Aug 29, 2022
Bradley Moss, a national security law expert from the Mark Zaid Law Firm, dives into the complex legal landscape surrounding Donald Trump's ongoing investigations. He discusses the Fed's strategies to combat inflation and the shifting political dynamics as midterms approach. The podcast also highlights the competition between pharmaceutical giants and delves into Facebook's controversial censorship practices. Moss emphasizes the erosion of American optimism since the 1970s and underscores the importance of transparency in legal matters concerning prominent political figures.
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Fed's Inflation Fight
- The Federal Reserve's aggressive interest rate hikes aim to curb inflation by reducing consumer spending and increasing unemployment.
- This approach, supported by lawmakers, could cause economic hardship for families but may not address supply-side inflation drivers.
Fed Diversity
- The Federal Reserve's leadership is now more diverse than ever.
- However, increased diversity doesn't guarantee effective policy if there's no diversity of thought.
Moderna Sues Pfizer
- Moderna is suing Pfizer, alleging theft of mRNA technology, despite both receiving significant US government funding.
- This legal battle highlights the controversy over patent protection and profits from taxpayer-funded research.