The Young Turks The Last Waltz - May 1, 2025
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May 2, 2025 The podcast delves into significant political upheavals, including a major shakeup in the Trump administration following a controversial chat incident. It highlights a new minerals agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine, exploring its strategic implications amidst rising global tensions. The discussion also probes the complexities of the Israeli occupation of Gaza, the humanitarian crisis unfolding there, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding political actions. Israel's financial ties to the U.S. are examined, alongside shifting right-wing foreign policy perspectives.
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Trump Admin Shakeup Reveals Factional Struggles
- The shakeup in the Trump administration's National Security Council shows tension between "America First" and "Israel First" factions.
- Mike Waltz, a neoconservative and hawk, was moved to a different role under unclear circumstances involving Laura Loomer's influence.
US-Ukraine Minerals Deal Dynamics
- The US-Ukraine minerals deal was softened from initial harsh terms to avoid excessively fleecing Ukraine.
- This revised deal focuses on future aid tied to resource revenue, signaling a shift in Trump's approach.
Israel's Gaza Occupation and Siege
- Israel now occupies about 70% of Gaza with severe restrictions on Palestinians and a complete blockade.
- The blockade is starving civilians, including thousands of children, a weaponization of starvation condemned as war crimes.