Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/30/21: Biden MIA, Biden Covid Polls, Marine Jailed, VA Gov Update, YouTube Crackdown, Media's Dying Breath, The View's Secrets, Steven Donziger Speaks, and More!
Sep 30, 2021
Explore the growing frustration with the Biden administration as approval ratings sink amidst COVID challenges. Delve into military accountability issues highlighted by the jailing of a Marine officer. Discuss YouTube's rising vaccine misinformation policies and their impact on content creators. Examine the crumbling trust in mainstream media and its struggles to engage younger audiences. The episode also reflects on serious legal challenges faced by environmental activists, showcasing the need for accountability and transparency.
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Infrastructure Deal in Jeopardy
- The bipartisan infrastructure deal is unlikely to pass today due to progressive opposition.
- Republicans are not supporting the deal, and progressives have enough votes to block it.
Sinema's Silence Hinders Negotiations
- Senator Sinema is a major obstacle to the reconciliation package's passage, as she refuses to specify her demands.
- Manchin has at least stated his concerns, but Sinema's silence frustrates Democrats.
Psaki Deflects on Trust in Manchin and Sinema
- When asked if Biden believes progressives can trust Manchin and Sinema, Press Secretary Jen Psaki deflected.
- Psaki claimed she couldn't speak for progressives or what would make them confident.