Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 7/31/25: Trump Goes Nuclear On Stock Ban, Big Pharma Ousts Top MAHA Official, Sam Altman Warning On ChatGPT, New Corbyn Party, Mearsheimer Says Gaza Is Genocide
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Jul 31, 2025 
Owen Jones, a prominent author and journalist known for his insights into UK politics, joins the conversation. He discusses the emergence of a new political party led by Jeremy Corbyn, sparking interest in leftist movements. The talk dives into Trump's reaction to stock trading legislation and Big Pharma's impact on political ethics, especially following the ousting of a key FDA official. Additionally, Jones addresses the serious allegations regarding the situation in Gaza, exploring the implications for international relations and human rights.
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Congressional Stock Trading Ban Insight
- The congressional stock trading ban aims to prevent insider trading by banning individual stock purchases by presidents and members of Congress.
- Trump opposes it despite the ban applying to him only starting 2029, revealing political and financial conflicts.
Delayed Enforcement Weakens Stock Ban
- The stock trading ban excludes the president and vice president until 2029, allowing figures like Trump financial freedom.
- Only Josh Hawley broke party lines to support the ban, highlighting internal GOP conflicts.
Corporate Lobbyists Undermine Reforms
- Corporate lobbyists have aggressively undermined populist reforms within the DOJ's antitrust division under the Trump administration.
- Lobbyists used backroom deals to fire reformers and advance business interests over antitrust enforcement.