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Rob Reiner MURDERED, Son Arrested, Trump Faces Backlash Over Comments w/ Del Bigtree

Dec 16, 2025
Del Bigtree, a health and vaccine transparency advocate, joins the panel to explore the shocking murder of Rob Reiner and the ensuing political reactions, especially Trump’s bold comments. They delve into the complexities of vaccine policies, particularly the hepatitis B guidance for newborns. The discussion shifts to the impact of inflation on American buying power and tackles rising political violence, revealing concerns about a fractured political landscape and Gen Z's shifting societal norms. Bigtree laments infighting within conservative movements hindering broader outreach.
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INSIGHT

Missed Opportunity For Political Magnanimity

  • Tim Pool argues Trump's comments about Rob Reiner showed poor timing and missed an opportunity for magnanimity.
  • The hosts note cultural moments (like Reiner's films) can unite people beyond political disputes.
ANECDOTE

Reiner Family Tragedy Details

  • Tim summarizes the Reiner murder: the director and his wife were found dead and their son was arrested.
  • He notes reports said they were found with stab wounds or throats slit, calling it horrifying.
INSIGHT

Radical Violence From Fragmented Groups

  • Tim highlights an FBI foiled New Year's terror plot linked to anti-imperialist leftist ideology.
  • The panel stresses political violence now originates from many small radicalized internet groups, not just left vs right.
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