Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 11/21/22: DOJ Special Counsel, GOP Infighting, Twitter Chaos, Dem House Battles, Ticketmaster Monopoly, Fed Policy & MORE!
Nov 21, 2022
Guest Teddy Schleifer, a tech and political influence reporter at Puck News, dives into the complexities of the Trump special counsel investigation and its implications for the GOP 2024 primaries. He discusses the turmoil within the Republican Party as candidates navigate Trump’s legacy, and the chaos at Twitter under Elon Musk's leadership. They also tackle the troublesome monopoly of Ticketmaster and its effects on fans. The conversation highlights how billionaire influence reshapes politics and society, raising questions about ethics and accountability.
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Special Counsel Appointed
- Merrick Garland appointed a special counsel to investigate Trump.
- This action addresses potential conflicts of interest with Trump running for president.
Special Counsel's Background
- Jack Smith, the appointed special counsel, is known for moving cases efficiently.
- His career includes prosecuting public integrity cases and war crimes.
Trump's Reaction
- Trump reacted to the special counsel appointment, calling it a "witch hunt."
- He claims the investigations were "dead" after Liz Cheney's primary loss.