Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/29/25: Court Halts Trump Tariffs, Norm Wrecks Israel Historian, AI Dire Warning, Tate Bros & MORE!
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May 29, 2025 In a whirlwind of topics, courts block Trump's tariffs, prompting debates on trade and international relations. Elon Musk reflects on his role in politics, while Israel faces scrutiny for its aid schemes. The looming threat of AI takes center stage as job losses become a reality. Jewish historian Norm Finkelstein challenges prevailing narratives about Israel. Meanwhile, the Tate brothers grapple with serious legal troubles across the pond, adding another layer to this engaging discussion filled with political and social complexities.
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Court Limits Trump's Tariffs
- Courts ruled Trump exceeded his tariff powers by imposing broad tariffs without congressional approval.
- This decision curtails his maximalist trade war strategy, likely reducing economic harm from tariffs.
Student Detentions Ruled Unconstitutional
- Trump-era law was used to detain foreign students for speech without criminal allegations but declared unconstitutional by a federal judge.
- This ruling challenges the executive's abuse of immigration and free speech powers against students.
Harvard Scientist Detained Unjustly
- Harvard researcher Ksenia Petrova was detained for carrying embryonic frog cells without declaration but is now being held on baseless federal charges.
- The judge ruled this detention likely illegal, highlighting abuses against scientists critical of foreign powers.
