Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/21/23: Debate On Trump's Removal From Ballot, Yemen Threatens War, Israel Economy Tanks, Israeli's Say Quiet Part Out Loud, Dems Shut Down Primary For Biden, Harvard President Plagiarism Scandal, Best Moments And Plot Twists Of 2023
Dec 21, 2023
The podcast dives into the contentious debate over Trump's removal from ballots, highlighting surprising bipartisan support for disqualification. Yemen's threat of war adds urgency to discussions on regional conflicts. Listeners learn of Israel's economic downturn alongside stark statements from its leaders. The internal Democratic struggles to shield Biden from primary challenges are scrutinized, while a plagiarism scandal involving Harvard's president raises ethical questions. Reflecting on 2023, they celebrate memorable moments and unexpected plot twists.
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14th Amendment and Insurrection
- The 14th Amendment bars officeholders involved in insurrection, but defining "insurrection" and "engagement" is complex.
- This legal question is unprecedented and appropriate for the Supreme Court, despite its partisan nature.
Defining Insurrection
- The bar for insurrection should be incredibly high, similar to treason, involving explicit rebellion against the U.S.
- Impeachment was the democratic process to address Trump's actions on January 6th.
Insurrection vs. Protest
- January 6th could be classified as an "act of revolting against civil authority," meeting the definition of insurrection.
- However, the intent and context of actions matter, differentiating protests from insurrections.