Unlimited Hangout with Whitney Webb The PayPal Presidency Pt. I: Biotech and Biosurveillance with Max Jones
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Feb 12, 2025 In this discussion, Max Jones, a contributor and producer, delves into the influence of the PayPal Mafia on healthcare policies during the Trump administration. He highlights the dangers of biotechnology deregulation, particularly in light of the surveillance state and corporate interests. The conversation explores the ethical concerns surrounding the use of Palantir in public health data management and critiques current health policies that prioritize speed over safety. Jones warns of potential Orwellian outcomes from the interplay between biotech, regulation, and surveillance.
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Government Reorganization
- Trump's return has sparked a government reorganization, causing both excitement and concern.
- While some celebrate the dismantling of old structures, others question what will replace them and who is shaping this change.
MAHA Movement Shift
- The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement played a role in Trump's election, focusing on removing Big Pharma's influence.
- Since Kennedy endorsed Trump, MAHA's focus has shifted, raising concerns about unfulfilled promises.
Kennedy's Commitments
- To secure the HHS position, Kennedy had to gain Senator Cassidy's endorsement, whose donors come from Big Pharma.
- Kennedy allegedly committed to giving Congress advance notice of vaccine policy changes, a move away from his campaign promises.
