Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 6/20/23: Hunter Biden Pleads Guilty, Biden Campaign Freaks Over RFK, Jordan Peterson Nuked By YouTube, Putin Claims Peace Deal Signed, Trump Fox News, Epstein JPMorgan, Meghan Markle Spotify Grift, Dr Hotez JRE Debate, Legacy of Daniel Ellsberg
Jun 20, 2023
Hunter Biden's legal troubles take center stage, raising questions about privilege and accountability. The Biden campaign is on edge over RFK Jr.'s rising popularity, signaling discontent among voters. YouTube's censorship of Jordan Peterson's interview sparks debate on free speech. Putin's claims of a past peace deal add intrigue to the Ukraine-Russia conflict. Meanwhile, Trump faces scrutiny after a revealing Fox News interview, and internal JP Morgan documents shed light on Epstein's connections. The legacy of whistleblower Daniel Ellsberg is also honored as discussions about transparency take the floor.
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Biden's RFK Jr. Headache
- RFK Jr.'s unexpected strength in early polls (20%) reveals Democratic voters' desire for a Biden alternative.
- This highlights Biden's weaknesses and anxieties about electability in 2024.
What Has Biden Done?
- Democratic voters, especially minorities, question Biden's tangible impact on their lives.
- Raising minimum wage and reinstating the child tax credit could have addressed this.
RFK Jr.'s "Republican" Views
- The New York Times labels RFK Jr.'s views as "Republican," including his opposition to an assault weapons ban.
- However, Bernie Sanders also opposed such a ban, demonstrating it's not solely a right-wing stance.