Former Vice President and current Vice President Kamala Harris discusses Chinese and Russian warplanes, her foreign policy views, and financial concerns in the AI industry. The podcast also explores potential consequences of Biden's resignation and controversies surrounding a US-Saudi security treaty.
Increased military cooperation between Russia and China poses challenges near Alaska.
Senator Republicans criticized Kamala Harris for skipping Netanyahu's address, questioning US-Israel relationship implications.
Deep dives
Russian and Chinese Warplanes Intercepted Near Alaska
US and Canadian fighters intercepted Russian and Chinese warplanes near Alaska, highlighting increased military cooperation between Moscow and Beijing. The bombers flew into the Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone. Despite not entering US or Canadian airspace, the incident signifies escalating tensions.
Senate Republicans criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for skipping Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress, questioning the administration's support for Israel. They accused her of prioritizing domestic engagements over the US-Israel relationship, highlighting implications for foreign policy if she assumes a higher office.
Concerns Over AI Investment Leading to a Financial Bubble
Wall Street analysts and investors express worries over the significant investments in artificial intelligence, raising concerns about a potential financial bubble. Questions were raised about the returns on Google's large AI investments. Reports from investment banks and VC firms emphasized sustainability challenges in the AI sector, despite the stock prices of tech companies surging.
This week, Walter and Jeremy discuss Chinese and Russian warplanes off the coast of Alaska, Kamala Harris’s snub of Benjamin Netanyahu, whether the artificial intelligence bubble might pop, and what foreign policy would look like under a President Kamala Harris.
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