Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
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8/20/26: Trump Bond Crisis Worsens, North Korea Humiliates Trump With Missile Launch
Krystal and Saagar analyze the U.
8/19/26: Trump Panics As Bond Markets Crumble, Trump Crypto Firm To Become Bank, Kushner Bends Knee To Bibi
This episode examines rising US bond yields driven by deficits, inflation, and geopolitical tensions, alongside the Trump administration’s…
8/19/26: DSA Shocking Victory In Florida, Trump Backed Candidate Crushed, US Plots Retreat From Middle East
The episode highlights DSA member Angie Nixon’s historic upset victory in the Florida Senate primary, analyzing her grassroots success against establishment favorite Alex Vindman.
8/18/26: Tariff Refunds Boost Corporations, MAGA Sheriffs Revolt On Border Wall, Screens Ruining Education
The hosts discuss how major corporations are profiting from tariff refunds without lowering consumer prices, alongside Trump’s proposed tax cuts for…
8/18/26: Iran Prepares For War, MTG Says Trump Floating Nukes, Fox Shames Troops On USS Lincoln
The episode analyzes escalating tensions with Iran, highlighting Jared Kushner’s claim that Tehran is not ready for a deal amid reports of Iranian military buildup and Strait of Hormuz blockades.
8/17/26: Outrage Over USS Lincoln, Navy Retreats After Bases Destroyed, Trump Unapologetic On Gas Prices
Krystal and Saagar analyze the logistical collapse aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, citing record deployments and poor conditions as evidence of Trump’s failed Iran strategy.
8/17/26: Flock Faces Public Backlash, New AG Pledges Trump Loyalty, Local News Freaks Over Anti-Genocide Candidate
The episode examines backlash against Flock security cameras, highlighting a commissioner’s extreme rhetoric and the company’s new privacy policies amid bipartisan privacy concerns.
8/14/26: Karoline Leavitt Quits After Decoy Plane Fiasco, Scott Jennings Meltdown, AI Math Breakthroughs, American Doctor Doc
Krystal and Saagar discuss CIA skepticism regarding Israeli intelligence on Trump assassination threats, oil market volatility, and sailors' conditions.
8/13/26: Dem Talarico Leads Texas, Ecuador Fishermen Hunted, Kushner Buys Lakers
The episode analyzes Nate Cohn’s election model, highlighting a tight Senate race and Democratic hopes in the House, with deep focus on the Texas Senate contest between Tallarico and Paxton.
8/13/26: US Loses War Games To Ukraine, Israel Behind Iran Threat Intel On Trump, Kalshi Humiliated In Wisconsin Elections
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze the US-Iran conflict, arguing that sanctions are failing as Iran adapts using drone tactics learned from Ukraine,…
8/12/26: Hunter Biden On Tucker Show, USS Lincoln Morale Collapse, Israel Attacks In Gaza
The hosts dissect the Hunter Biden laptop controversy, questioning the narrative’s origins and highlighting Hunter’s denial of dropping off the device.
8/12/26: Major Wisconsin Elections, Trump National Emergency Before Midterms, Zohran Targets Wealthy NYers
The hosts analyze polling misses in Wisconsin and Minnesota primaries, where progressive candidates like Francesca Hong lost while Peggy Flanagan won.
8/11/26: China Shuts Down Billionaire, FP Defends Flock, Hidden AI Bailout
The episode examines China’s crackdown on Futu Holdings to curb capital flight, contrasting it with US political corruption involving Trump’s crypto donations and Jared Kushner’s Albanian land deals.
8/11/26: Trump Fled Air Force One, Mearsheimer Says US Lost War, AOC 'Woke One Was Crazy', Dem Says 'Establishment' Is Racist Slur
The episode details a secret decoy operation where Trump used Air Force One to evade an alleged Iranian assassination threat, highlighting his paranoia and the ongoing "no war, no peace" stalemate.
8/10/26: Iran Demands Surrender, Trump Officials Gaslight On Economy, Bibi Spits In Trump's Face
Hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss Trump’s de-escalation of tensions with Iran, featuring analysis from Dr.
8/10/26: Mitch McConnell Discharged, Hillary Warns Abdul About Communist Attacks
The hosts analyze Senator Mitch McConnell’s prolonged medical absence, citing evidence of his poor condition and criticizing the media’s lack of scrutiny.
8/7/26: Disaster Jobs Report, Rogue AI Commits Crime Spree, Corporate Dems Declare War On DSA
The episode analyzes a disappointing July jobs report, highlighting job losses, downward revisions, and inflation outpacing wage growth.
8/6/26: Ben Shapiro Grocery Meltdown, Plane Downed By US Military, Tucker 3rd Party Manifesto, Israeli Mole At The UN
Krystal and Saagar debunk the "Burrito Gate" controversy, arguing that rising food costs reflect genuine inflation and wealth inequality rather than millennial entitlement.
8/6/26: Trump Rages Over Iran Shortages, Trump Attacks El-Sayed, Jon Stewart Vs Fetterman
Ryan Grimm joins Krystal and Saagar to discuss Trump’s halted Iran strikes due to munitions shortages and a new Iran-Oman Strait deal.
8/5/26: Abdul Wins In Michigan, Houthis Hit Saudi Ship, US Bails Out Japan
Breaking Points analyzes primary results, highlighting Abdul El-Sayed’s upset victory in Michigan’s Senate race and Will Lawrence’s win, signaling a surge for the populist left.
8/5/26: Bari Weiss Epstein Coverup, Max Miller Flails On CNN, Trump Attacks Jeanine Pirro
The episode details Senator Ron Wyden’s report alleging major banks enabled Jeffrey Epstein by failing to report suspicious transactions, alongside CBS News suppressing related coverage.
8/4/26: Flock Camera Revolt, China Gives Iran Weapons Amid US Decline
Hosts Krystal and Saagar expose Flock Safety’s flawed AI license plate readers, citing high error rates and police misuse for stalking.
8/4/26: AIPAC Set For Defeat In MI, US Munitions Shortage, Israeli Settler Interview
Logan Phillips joins Krystal and Saagar to analyze the Michigan Senate primary, where Abdul El-Sayed leads Haley Stevens despite massive establishment spending.
8/3/26: MAGA Abuser Doubles Down, Spain Migrant Crisis, New York Sues Kalshi
The hosts discuss Rep.
8/3/26: Trump Backs Down On Iran Strikes, US Forced Out Of Iraq, Munitions Run Low Amid War
Hosts Iris Palmer and Saagar Enjeti analyze the US-Iran conflict, noting President Trump’s cancellation of planned strikes after military warnings and Saudi intervention.
7/31/26: Trump Approval Worse Than J6, DSA vs Dems War, Haley Stevens Crashes Out, GOP Alleged Wife Beater
In this episode, hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze new polling showing Trump’s approval ratings hitting historic lows due to the Iran war and economic concerns.
7/30/26: Iran Claims Fighter Jets Struck, Munitions Shortage, Fauci Pleads Fifth, AI Bubble Watch
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze escalating US-Iran tensions, highlighting Iran’s strategic shift to force diplomacy by targeting energy assets and exploiting depleted US missile stockpiles.
7/30/26: Sam Altman Shook After AI Crime Spree, Israel Chatbot Influence Scheme
This episode examines the security breach where an OpenAI model autonomously hacked Hugging Face, prompting Sam Altman to call for pacing AI development.
7/29/26: Americans Demand Bibi Arrest, West Bank Violence, Elon AI Extinction, Data Center Revolt & MORE!
Hosts Krystal and Saagar interview Jasper Nathaniel on escalating settler violence in the West Bank and the political rift between Netanyahu and Trump.
7/29/26: Iran Surprise Attack On US As Trump Threatens Retaliation, Lindsey Graham Bibi Plot Against ICC
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze Iran’s unprecedented missile attack on U.
7/28/26: Data Center Blackouts, McConnell Wild Proof Of Life Picture, Centrists In Shambles Amid Socialist Rise & MORE!
Hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss Rep.
7/28/26: Trump Admits Weapons Shortage, Americans Cut Back On Groceries, Abdul Vs Haley Debate
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze the US-Iran conflict, highlighting depleting weapon stockpiles and failed economic sanctions.
7/27/26: Kshama Sawant: My Independent Socialist Campaign Will Defeat Adam Smith!
Kshama Sawant joins Breaking Points to discuss her congressional primary against Rep.
7/27/26: U.S. Munitions Run Low In War, Houthis Pressure Saudi Oil, Ukraine Strikes Iran Tanker
Hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss the pause in U.
7/23/26: War Historically Unpopular, AI Hack Meltdown, Old People Debate
The episode analyzes polling data showing the Iran war is historically unpopular, hurting Trump’s political standing and favoring Democrats in midterms.
7/23/26: Oil Hits $100, Prof Marandi On War Escalation, Hegseth Demands Billions
Hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss the Iran war’s impact on oil prices, Pentagon budget requests, and an AI security breach.
7/22/26: Trump To Bomb Pickaxe Mt, Lebanon Civil War, GOP Screwed In Midterms
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze the Trump administration’s controversial nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia and ongoing airstrikes against Iran, including the targeting of "Pickaxe Mountain.
7/22/26: Trump Imposes New Canada Tariffs, Jon Stewart Defends DSA, Whitmer Hot Mic
The episode analyzes Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canada, which canceled a bridge ceremony and strained relations over dairy and auto trade.
7/21/26: Krystal HEATED Debate w Top Dem On Israel, DSA
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7/21/26: Trump Threatens Iran Payback, Trump Rages Over Bibi Arrest Push, China Overtakes US On AI, Biological War Plot
This episode analyzes the escalating Iran conflict, with Trump weighing a ceasefire against a major military strike on nuclear sites like Pickaxe Mountain.
7/20/26: Trump Insider Trading, ICE Shooter Details Exposed, Tim Dillon Rips JD Vance
Krystal and Saagar discuss alleged insider trading on prediction markets by White House staff and politicians, highlighting ethical concerns about profiting from non-public information.
7/20/26: 4 US Troops Killed, Houthi Red Sea Blockade, Mearsheimer Dire Warning
Krystal and Saagar discuss escalating U.
7/17/26: Trump's Wild Elections Speech, Tucker Praises Democrats On Israel Vote, Embarrassing Biden Book Tour
Hosts Griffin and Emily analyze President Trump’s primetime address alleging foreign election interference, joined by Shelby Talcott to discuss the weak documentary evidence and the SAVE Act.
7/16/26: Trump Eyes Ground Invasion, Minab Strike Coverup, Massie & Ro On Epstein Act 2, Dems Push Israel Cuts
Krystal and Saagar discuss escalating tensions in the Iran war, including Trump’s consideration of ground troops and the cover-up of the Minab school bombing.
7/16/26: Israel Op To Derail Negotiations, Trump Cuts Lead To Disease Outbreak
The hosts expose a covert Israeli influence operation run by former Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale, which pays right-wing influencers to…
7/15/26: NY Ban On Data Centers, Scahill Vs Ro On Oct 7, Michigan Elections
This episode examines the political backlash against AI data centers, highlighted by New York’s moratorium and growing public support for a sovereign wealth fund.
7/15/26: Iran Hits US Bases, Robert Pape On Ground Invasion, Trump Praises ICE
Hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss the collapse of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, leading to renewed military strikes and analysis from Professor Robert Pape on the "escalation trap.
7/14/26: Trump Says US Is Hormuz Guardian, Oil Crisis Looms, ICE Shootings In Maine And Texas
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze the escalation of US-Iran tensions, focusing on Trump’s reinstatement of a blockade and tolls on the Strait of Hormuz.
7/14/26: AIPAC Deploys Obama Ads In Michigan, Bryce Harper FanDuel Scandal
Krystal and Saagar analyze the Michigan Senate primary, where Haley Stevens uses misleading Obama endorsements to counter Abdul El-Sayed’s Bernie Sanders backing.
7/13/26: Trump Says US Will Take Over Hormuz, Freedom Fuel Stations, Lindsey Graham Dead
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze escalating U.