The Young Turks DM-wits
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Mar 26, 2025 The hosts dive into political controversies, questioning a high-ranking official's credibility and the media's handling of national security. They tackle the chilling effects on green card holders protesting against the Israeli government and discuss a lawsuit challenging deportation linked to free speech. Amidst ongoing turmoil, the podcast highlights social security's struggles against tech industry pressures and the looming threat of cuts. Plus, there are worries about Elon Musk's influence on Republican fortunes ahead of midterms.
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Hegseth's Denial
- Pete Hegseth denied sharing war plans with a journalist, calling the journalist deceitful and discredited.
- He denied texting the plans but didn't address other messaging platforms.
Accountability and Hypocrisy
- Leaking classified information is a severe national security breach, regardless of political affiliation.
- The lack of consequences and inconsistent standards from voters contribute to the issue.
Signal Leak
- Jeffrey Goldberg was accidentally added to a Signal group with Trump administration officials discussing Yemen strike plans.
- Goldberg revealed the conversation, including disagreements between officials like J.D. Vance and Stephen Miller.