Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

9/17/25: Trump Sells TikTok To Pro-Israel Friends, Kash Says Epstein Trafficked Victims To Nobody, Judge Drops Luigi Charge, UN Declares Gaza Genocide

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Sep 17, 2025
Trump's potential sale of TikTok to pro-Israel investors raises eyebrows about influence and narrative control. Kash Patel's Senate testimony stirs controversy as he claims no credible evidence of Epstein's trafficking. In a surprising legal twist, a judge drops terrorism charges against Luigi, sparking debates on accountability. Meanwhile, the UN raises alarms, declaring genocide in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict. The hosts unravel these complex issues with sharp insights and lively discussion.
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TikTok Deal May Keep Chinese Algorithm

  • Trump claims a TikTok sale is imminent and plans to confirm details with Xi Jinping.
  • The proposed deal reportedly spins off US operations but may keep China's algorithm licensed to ByteDance.
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Pro-Israel Investors Tied To TikTok Spinoff

  • U.S. investors like Oracle and Larry Ellison are reported to be involved in the TikTok spinoff.
  • That raises concerns the platform could shift to investors with strong pro-Israel ties.
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Licensing Could Undermine Ban's Purpose

  • If China retains the algorithm via licensing, U.S. concerns about foreign influence remain valid.
  • The hosts argue licensing could still allow foreign shaping of U.S. user experience and narratives.
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