Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/16/24: Biden And Trump Rig 2024 Debates, MSNBC Loses It Over Bad Biden Polls, Slovakia PM Assassination Plot, Red Lobster Endless Shrimp Fiasco, DOJ Boeing Investigation, Israel Gov In Collapse Over Gaza, Israelis Attack Palestinian Truck Driver
May 16, 2024
The hosts dive into the brewing tension of the 2024 presidential debates, spotlighting Biden and Trump's plans and the absence of third-party voices. They speculate humorously on polling challenges for Biden and discuss a shocking assassination attempt on Slovakia's Prime Minister. The conversation shifts to corporate accountability, examining Boeing's legal troubles, while also reflecting on the latest chaos surrounding Red Lobster's endless shrimp fiasco. Additionally, they highlight intense debates over Israeli governance amid ongoing Gaza conflicts.
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Debate Commission Shakeup
- Biden and Trump agreed to two debates, bypassing the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD).
- This shift allows campaigns to negotiate debate terms, potentially impacting future elections.
Debate Impact
- Presidential debates may not significantly impact election outcomes, research suggests.
- Debates can still influence policy and hold candidates accountable for campaign promises.
RFK Jr.'s Exclusion
- RFK Jr. claims Trump and Biden are colluding to exclude him from debates.
- He alleges they fear his presence due to his potential to win and challenge their shared failures.