Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/16/24: ABC Pays $15 Million Trump Settlement, Trump Reveals Crypto Bailout, Scott Horton On Ukraine Lies
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Dec 16, 2024 
Scott Horton, an author and expert on the US-Russia relationship, dives deep into pivotal topics. He discusses the ramifications of ABC's $15 million settlement with Trump, raising questions about media integrity. Horton also critiques the mainstream portrayal of the Ukraine conflict, revealing NATO's role and calling for a nuanced understanding of its historical roots. The conversation also touches on Trump's evolving views on Bitcoin, highlighting the complexities surrounding cryptocurrency and its societal implications.
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Reasons for ABC's Settlement
- The settlement suggests ABC either feared damaging information emerging during discovery or feared conflict with Trump.
- The nonspecific editor's note further fuels speculation about the settlement's motivations.
ABC News Settles Defamation Lawsuit
- ABC News settled a defamation lawsuit with Donald Trump for $15 million.
- This is unusual, especially given the high bar for proving defamation against public figures.
Trump's Evolving Bitcoin Stance
- In 2021, Trump called Bitcoin a scam and expressed concerns about it undermining the dollar.
- However, his stance has shifted after receiving backing from crypto-aligned billionaires.
