12/14/23: 20% Of IDF Deaths Friendly Fire, School Massacre in Gaza?, Hunter In Contempt, Tech Firm Company Towns, Schumer Confirms UFO Coverup, Obama Linked Karen Muslim Harassment, Debunking Ukraine Lies
Krystal and Saagar discuss IDF deaths from friendly fire and allegations of a school massacre in Gaza. They cover Hunter Biden's contempt and the construction of tech company towns. Schumer reveals UFO coverup and an Obama-linked figure's harassment. Saagar debunks Ukraine lies.
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Hunter Biden's public testimony and refusal to comply with a subpoena during the impeachment inquiry highlights the contentious nature of his business dealings and the potential consequences for Joe Biden.
Contrary to reports, Russia has actually strengthened its armed forces, with increased troops and tank production, while Ukraine struggles with manpower shortages, calling for a reevaluation of Western support and a need for a new approach.
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Hunter Biden Refuses Private Testimony but Offers to Testify Publicly
Hunter Biden appeared publicly on Capitol Hill, answering questions about his business dealings and offering to testify in a public hearing but refusing to comply with a subpoena for private testimony. He stated that his father was not financially involved in his business ventures, including Burisma and his partnership with a Chinese private businessman. House Republicans are likely to hold Joe Biden in contempt for his refusal to comply with the subpoena. The impeachment inquiry into President Biden relating to Hunter Biden's business dealings was officially passed by the House of Representatives. Hunter Biden's appearance and statement came at the same time as the impeachment inquiry and his acknowledgement that his laptop was stolen.
Ukraine seeks military aid from the US
Ukrainian President Zelensky seeks $61 billion in military aid from the US, supported by President Biden and Democrats. However, the US intelligence community leaked reports claiming that Russia has lost 90% of its pre-war army and two-thirds of its tanks, portraying a weakened military. Nevertheless, this overlooks the fact that Russia has expanded its armed forces to 1.32 million active troops and has ramped up tank production to match its previous losses. The Russian population remains supportive of the war, with 75% of the population in favor. Furthermore, Russia's economic resilience and increase in defense spending have made them stronger than before. In contrast, Ukraine faces manpower shortages and is even considering drafting men over the age of 40. The US policy towards Ukraine has faltered, with Russia emerging as militarily stronger and Ukraine on the brink of societal collapse. This calls for a reassessment of Western support and a need for a new approach.
Questions raised about alleged anti-Semitic chant at protest
A video showing protesters allegedly chanting anti-Semitic slogans, including 'gas the Jews,' during an Australian demonstration raised concerns. However, independent analysis and investigation have raised questions about the authenticity of the chant. The Australian Jewish Association, who released the video, has refused to provide the original footage, while an analysis found signs of audio manipulation, undermining the evidence. While other anti-Semitic chants have been confirmed, the authenticity of the 'gas the Jews' chant remains in question, highlighting the importance of verifying information before drawing conclusions.
Russia's military strength and Ukraine's dire situation
Contrary to reports suggesting Russia's military weakness due to Ukraine's conflict, Russia has actually strengthened its armed forces. While they did suffer losses, Russia has significantly expanded its active troops and tank production, making up for its previous losses. The Russian population continues to support the war, and their economic resilience has allowed them to allocate more funds to the defense sector. Meanwhile, Ukraine is facing manpower shortages and considers expanding the draft to older age groups. The Western support for Ukraine has not yielded the desired results, with Russia appearing militarily stronger and Ukraine on the verge of collapse. A new approach is necessary.
Fake News, Propaganda, and Skepticism; Teeth Whitening Products; Ads for Lisa Mattresses and Membrason; President Zelensky's Message and Leaked Intelligence Assessments
Krystal and Saagar discuss reports that 20% of IDF deaths are friendly fire as brutal fighting continues, allegations that the IDF committed a massacre of civilians inside a school in Gaza, Hunter gives public testimony while Republicans hold him in contempt, Tech firms break ground on plans for a new era of "company towns", Schumer reveals the UFO coverup in Congress, an Obama linked wife to a Harvard professor caught on camera harassing a woman's "terrorist scarf", and Saagar debunks the latest lies on the war in Ukraine.