Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 6/17/25: Glenn Greenwald On Media's Iraq 2.0 Coverage, MN Assassin Last Text Revealed, California AG On Trump Troop's In LA
Jun 17, 2025
Glenn Greenwald, journalist and co-founder of The Intercept, discusses the media's role in shaping narratives around modern conflicts, drawing parallels between the Iraq War and present-day tensions. He critiques wartime disinformation and emphasizes the importance of media literacy. California Attorney General Rob Bonta highlights the legal battles over military roles in law enforcement, particularly concerning Trump’s National Guard deployment. They delve into the implications of misinformation, the dark realities of political violence, and urgent civil rights concerns.
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Media as War Propaganda Tool
- Media often acts as a conduit for government disinformation during wartime.
- Skepticism alone isn't enough; disbelieve war narratives to avoid deception.
Trump's Divine Intervention Belief
- Donald Trump appears to believe he was divinely saved to fulfill a historic role.
- Religious belief is shaping both Trump's and Israel's foreign policies.
Echoes of Iraq War Rhetoric
- Similar rhetoric about Iran now mirrors the Iraq war buildup nearly 20 years ago.
- The same actors and justifications are used to build public support for war again.