Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 6/28/23: Time Bomb In SCOTUS 2024 Ruling?, Report: Trump Aide Wanted To Drone Immigrants, 2024 Candidate Faceplants China Question, Modern Men Cry More, Gov Closes Case On Epstein, Liz Cheney Whining, Office Space Apocalypse
Jun 28, 2023
The discussion kicks off with a Supreme Court ruling that could reshape the 2024 elections. A shocking report reveals a Trump aide’s bizarre proposal to drone immigrants at the border. One GOP candidate flounders on a question about China, showcasing the challenges of modern politics. A study shows men are becoming more emotionally expressive, challenging traditional masculinity. The fallout from Epstein's case raises eyebrows about governance, while Liz Cheney's criticisms highlight political hypocrisy. Lastly, the commercial real estate market faces a significant crisis.
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Supreme Court Rejects ISLT
- The Supreme Court rejected the independent state legislature theory in Moore v. Harper.
- This ruling affirms that courts can review and potentially strike down state election laws.
Judicial Review and State Courts
- The Supreme Court's decision on Moore v. Harper allows judicial review of state election laws.
- However, it also asserts that state courts don't have "free reign," creating ambiguity.
Online Threats and Intent
- The Supreme Court ruled that online threat convictions must consider the speaker's intent.
- Prosecutors must prove the person understood their words as threatening.