The Young Turks Dollars & Nonsense - December 9, 2025
Dec 10, 2025
Congress is set to approve a staggering $1 trillion military budget, with intriguing discussions about defense contracts and Israel’s influence. A report reveals Israel has been spying on U.S. forces, sparking debates about accountability and past espionage cases. Trump gives an exaggerated A-plus rating on the economy, leading to a stark reality check on rising living costs. Adding to the mix, Jasmine Crockett announces her Senate run, facing scrutiny over her Israel funding record. The hosts also dive into the chaotic dynamics of right-wing media and the potential consolidation of influential news outlets.
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Defense Bill Fuels Contractors And Allies
- The 2026 NDAA will push U.S. defense spending past $1 trillion for the first time.
- Much of the package benefits defense contractors and includes large carve-outs for Israel and other allies.
Legal Mechanism To Shield Israel's Edge
- The NDAA includes a new requirement to assess how foreign arms embargoes affect Israel's qualitative military edge.
- That creates a mechanism to pressure the U.S. to fill any gaps other countries impose, deepening U.S. entanglement.
Israel Spied On U.S. Troops At CMCC
- The Guardian reported Israeli operatives spied on U.S. forces at the CMCC monitoring Gaza ceasefire implementation.
- U.S. commanders confronted Israeli counterparts but the hosts doubt meaningful consequences followed.