Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/17/25: Trump Says Epstein Files A Hoax, MAGA Pollster Dire Warning, Israel Bombs Syria, Markets Panic, Zohran Meets NYC Billionaires
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Jul 17, 2025 Trump's claims about Epstein files being a hoax ignite debates about Republican loyalty and narrative shifts. Recent airstrikes by Israel in Syria raise questions about geopolitical motives. A MAGA pollster warns of potential Republican challenges due to Trump's declining support among younger voters. Meanwhile, local issues blend with political commentary as figures meet with NYC billionaires, reflecting the disconnect between elite circles and public frustrations. The complex legacy of scandals, including Chappaquiddick, continues to shape political dynamics.
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Trump Labels Epstein Files Hoax
- Trump calls Epstein files a Democratic hoax aimed to deceive his supporters.
- His shift from promising to release files to dismissal confuses and alienates followers.
Trump’s Epstein Connections Revealed
- Trump had close and questionable ties to Epstein's associates including Ghislaine Maxwell.
- These ties undermine his claims of ignorance regarding Epstein's illegal activities.
MAGA Loyalty Revealed in Polls
- MAGA supporters demonstrate intense loyalty by changing opinions to align with Trump's views.
- Polls show many support policies only after Trump endorses them, indicating cult-like allegiance.