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 The Headlines A Major Crypto Pardon, and the N.B.A. Gambling Scandal with Mob Ties
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 Oct 24, 2025  The podcast delves into Trump's surprising pardon of the Binance founder, raising eyebrows about possible crypto connections. It highlights the mayor of San Francisco's influence in stopping federal immigration actions. The hosts explore Trump’s abrupt decision to halt trade negotiations with Canada, tied to contentious advertisements. Additionally, listeners are captivated by a scandal involving insider betting and mob ties in the NBA, revealing shocking arrests among players and coaches. Stay tuned for a fun Friday news quiz! 
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Tech Leaders Swayed Federal Action
- President Trump halted a planned federal immigration surge in San Francisco after calls from tech leaders and a mayoral conversation.
- The intervention shows tech executives like Mark Benioff and Jensen Huang can influence federal enforcement decisions.
Major Crypto Pardon Raises Conflict Questions
- Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng Zhao (CZ) who had pleaded guilty to money-laundering charges.
- The pardon followed lobbying by lawyers with Trump ties and questions about ties to the Trump family's crypto startup.
Trade Talks End Over Controversial Ad
- Trump abruptly cut off trade talks with Canada citing a provincial ad as the reason.
- The move increased bilateral uncertainty after the Reagan Foundation said the ad misrepresented Reagan's remarks.



