Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 3/20/23: Is Trump's Arrest Imminent?/MAGA Rages At Desantis/Credit Suisse Rescued/ Putin Tours Ukraine Warzone/Iraq 20 year Anniversary/Anti-Lab Leak Propaganda/Jon Stewart KO's Larry Summers
Mar 20, 2023
National security lawyer Bradley Moss joins the discussion, providing legal insights into the potential arrest of Donald Trump tied to the Stormy Daniels case. He breaks down the complexities of New York law and the political fallout within the Republican Party. The episode also navigates geopolitical tensions, with Putin’s tour of Ukraine and implications of China's peace efforts. Plus, hear about the Iraq War’s legacy and critiques of lab leak theories, sparking a lively exchange between Jon Stewart and Larry Summers on economic policies.
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Trump's Potential Arrest
- Trump claimed he'd be arrested Tuesday for the Stormy Daniels hush-money case.
- The case revolves around a $130,000 payment made by Michael Cohen, Trump's lawyer.
Legal Theory of the Case
- The hush-money payment was recorded as a legal expense, potentially constituting business fraud.
- To elevate it to a felony, prosecutors must link it to a campaign finance violation.
DeSantis's Dilemma
- The Trump indictment presents DeSantis with a dilemma: extradite Trump or refuse and anger MAGA.
- DeSantis's silence on the matter may be perceived as weakness.