Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/18/25: Trump Blames Economy On Biden, Trump Venezuela WMD Lies, Epstein Files, Healthcare Costs Spike
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Dec 18, 2025 
Ro Khanna, a U.S. Congressman known for his progressive foreign policy and accountability stance, dives into critical topics. He critiques Trump's claims about Venezuela and outlines the risks of military escalation. Khanna also discusses the implications of the Epstein files and their impact on the MAGA coalition's credibility. Shifting gears, the conversation turns to skyrocketing healthcare costs and the need for real solutions, as well as evaluating Trump's healthcare plan and its political repercussions.
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Disconnect Between Rhetoric And Reality
- Trump delivered a rushed, angry speech blaming Biden for economic problems while taking credit for policies he owns.
- Hosts argue the public sees the gap between political narrative and lived economic reality, making gaslighting ineffective.
Tariff Revenue Is A Fragile Funding Source
- The administration's tariff revenue gambit funds one-off payments but risks reversal if the Supreme Court strikes down tariffs.
- That legal uncertainty undercuts promises like the proposed 'warrior dividend' for service members.
Jobs Data Undermines Campaign Promises
- Job growth trends contradict the administration's manufacturing and native-born worker promises.
- Hosts note manufacturing jobs fell while health care — a female-dominated sector — drove growth, undercutting targeted political claims.