

Weekly Roundup: Golden Visas and Immense Cruelty
28 snips Feb 28, 2025
The hosts dive into the controversial 'Golden Visa' proposal allowing wealthy foreigners to buy U.S. citizenship, questioning who qualifies as valuable. They discuss the implications for marginalized groups under Trump’s policies and scrutinize Elon Musk’s surprising influence in government. The conversation critiques the treatment of asylum seekers and the ethical considerations surrounding wealth and immigration. With a mix of light-hearted banter and serious political analysis, they tackle serious societal inequalities and the normalization of wealth amid political decisions.
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Musk's Cabinet Meeting
- Elon Musk dominated Trump's first cabinet meeting, criticizing federal workers.
- He defended his email demanding work summaries, calling it a "pulse check".
Putin's Playbook
- Trump's cabinet meeting mirrors Putin's gathering of oligarchs, signaling control.
- This model prioritizes wealth and personal loyalty over governance.
Shock and Awe Governance
- The Trump administration prioritizes "shock and awe" tactics and executive orders over governance.
- This short-sighted approach may hinder their ability to address long-term challenges.