Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 4/2/25: Elon Faceplants In Wisconsin, Liberation Day, Luigi Death Penalty, JFK Hearings & MORE!
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Apr 2, 2025 
Bharat Ramamurti, former Deputy Director of the National Economic Council under Biden, shares insights on key topics. He discusses the political implications of high voter turnout in Wisconsin and its effects on democracy. The conversation also delves into 'Liberation Day' and its economic impact, along with a critical look at tariff policies and their efficacy for U.S. manufacturing. Additionally, they tackle the controversial death penalty case of Luigi Mangioni and explore the complexities of immigration, all while maintaining a lively and engaging tone.
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Musk's Wisconsin Investment
- Elon Musk spent $17 million on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, mirroring his Pennsylvania strategy.
- Despite high turnout and a cash advantage for the conservative candidate, Musk's efforts failed.
Trump's Perception of Musk
- Some liberals theorize Trump believes Musk has special election knowledge due to his accurate predictions in Pennsylvania and Michigan.
- This theory suggests Trump's deference to Musk stems from a misunderstanding of data analysis.
Voter ID and Class
- Working-class voters are less likely to possess IDs, potentially impacting election outcomes.
- Democrats, historically opposing voter ID laws, might now accept them as their voter base increasingly has IDs.