Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
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7/13/26: Ro Khanna Detained By Israel, Trump Freaks Over Air Force One Reporting
Congressman Ro Khanna details his detention by Israeli settlers and the IDF in the West Bank, condemning the lack of accountability and highlighting Palestinian oppression.
7/10/26: Dems Scramble To Replace Platner, Iran Trump Assassination Claims From Israel
Breaking Points hosts Krystal and Saagar, joined by Ryan Grimm and Emily Jashinsky, discuss the chaotic Maine Senate race following Graham Plattner’s…
7/9/26: Mitch McConnell Still Missing, Abdul Vs Stevens Debate, Senior Property Tax Breaks
The hosts discuss the swirling health rumors surrounding Mitch McConnell, analyzing claims of his condition and the political implications of his hospitalization.
7/9/26: Iran Hits US Bases, Trump Says US Should Finish The Job, Platner Drops Out Of Maine Senate Race
Krystal and Saagar discuss escalating US-Iran tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, rising oil prices, and Trump’s hawkish rhetoric.
7/8/26: Trump Says Iran Ceasefire Over, Bibi Rages Over Turkey, Platner Fallout Continues
The hosts analyze the collapse of the US-Iran ceasefire, highlighting Trump’s rhetoric and disputes over the Strait of Hormuz.
7/8/26: Arizona Candidate Says Israel Buying Elections, Ryan's DSA Friend Runs For Mayor
The episode features interviews with progressive candidates Kai Newkirk and Dave Morales.
7/7/26: AI CEOs Panic Over Job Losses, WH Press Sec Attacks GenZ As Lazy, McConnell Still Missing After Heart Attack
Krystal and Saagar analyze a leaked Treasury report warning of an AI bubble, contrasting it with the administration’s optimistic stance and tech CEOs’ shifting narratives on job displacement.
7/7/26: Platner Faces New SA Allegations, USA Loses To Belgium After Trump Intervention
The hosts analyze the sexual assault allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner, discussing his potential withdrawal and the…
7/6/26: Netanyahu Israeli Coup, Iran Mourns Ayatollah Chanting Death To America
Breaking Points hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze Netanyahu’s Fox News interview and Israel’s constitutional crisis after defying a Supreme Court ruling on media control.
7/6/26: Zohran July 4th Speech, AIPAC Millions In Michigan, FIFA Corruption
The hosts contrast Zohran Mamdani’s patriotic Independence Day speech with Donald Trump’s chaotic, late-night address, analyzing the political framing of socialism versus communism.
7/3/26: Jobs Disaster, Establishment Dems Bow To Zohran, Israel Journo Killings, Intercept Tipline, Palantir Freakout
The hosts analyze the weak June jobs report and rising barbecue costs, blaming Trump’s policies for economic stagnation.
7/2/26: Trump's Crypto Corruption Worth Billions, Vance Says US Reloading For War With Iran
Breaking Points analyzes Trump’s financial disclosures, revealing billions in profits from crypto ventures and stock trades that suggest massive corruption and insider trading.
7/2/26: DSA Dem Party Takeover, Tucker MTG New Party, McConnell Found Unconscious
Krystal and Saagar analyze recent Democratic primary wins, featuring Michael Lang’s data showing DSA candidates succeed by mobilizing young,…
7/1/26: Leaked Oct 7 Hannibal Directive Tapes, Colombian Elections, Major New Brain Discovery
Krystal and Saagar analyze leaked footage suggesting Israel used the "Hannibal Doctrine" on October 7th and discuss the Committee to Protect…
7/1/26: Corporate Dems Defeated In CO, Justice Alito Retirement Leak, Congress MKUltra Testimony
Breaking Points covers Melat Kiros’s progressive victory in Colorado, signaling a shift against the Democratic establishment.
6/30/26: Portnoy Threatens Zohran Challenge, CNBC Explodes Over AI Bubble, Kevin O'Leary Data Center Humiliation
Krystal and Saagar analyze Dave Portnoy’s potential NYC mayoral run, dismissing his claims about voter demographics while highlighting Zoran Mamdani’s broad coalition.
6/30/26: MAGA Meltdown Over SCOTUS Rulings, Prof Pape On Iran Deal Collapsing, NBA Vets Caught Gambling
Breaking Points analyzes recent Supreme Court rulings, including executive power limits and mail-in ballot laws, sparking backlash from Steve Bannon and Benny Johnson over Justice Barrett’s decisions.
6/29/26: US & Iran Trade Strikes, Trump 250th Fair Flops, Zohran Freezes Rent In NYC
Breaking Points announces a new daily newsletter and covers escalating U.
6/29/26: DSA Colorado Takeover, Europe Heat Wave, Newsom Tax Scam
Krystal and Saagar interview Colorado primary candidates Malat Kuros and Julie Gonzalez, who discuss challenging Democratic incumbents with…
6/26/26: Trump Dirt REVEALED: Iran, Zohran, Pardons, Deportations, Ro Calls Out Elon Lawsuit
Breaking Points hosts Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti interview journalists Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan about their new book on the Trump…
6/25/26: Trump Holds Housing Bill Hostage, Trump Freaks Over War Powers, NSPM-7 Crackdown, AI Hype Debate
Trump threatens to veto bipartisan housing legislation unless Congress passes his controversial "Save America Act," while also clashing with senators over an Iran war powers resolution.
6/25/26: Dems Panic After Zohran Sweeps NYC, DSA Chairs Slam Stephen Miller Smears
Breaking Points hosts Krystal and Saagar discuss the Democratic establishment’s meltdown over DSA victories in New York, featuring co-chairs Gustavo Gordillo and Grace Mauser.
6/24/26: Zohran Clean Sweep In NYC Elections, Pro Israel Dems Destroyed
This episode analyzes the "political earthquake" in New York City, where Zohran Mamdani-endorsed DSA candidates swept federal and state races, unseating Democratic incumbents.
6/24/26: Iran Denies Trump Nuclear Claims, Tulsi Resigns, UAE Sudan Horrors
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6/23/26: John Mearsheimer On Iran & Ukraine, Tucker Says He Is Done With Republican Party
John Mearsheimer joins Breaking Points to analyze the Iran conflict, arguing that economic pressures force a deal despite Israeli opposition.
6/23/26: Housing Affordability Crisis, Israel's Nuclear Blackmail Plot
Krystal and Saagar analyze skyrocketing housing costs, attributing the affordability crisis to financialization, private equity roll-ups, and wealth inequality among trillionaires.
6/22/26: Mythos AI Hacked NSA In Hours, Trump Reflecting Pool Meltdown, Zohran Vs AIPAC
Krystal and Saagar discuss the Trump administration’s de facto block of Anthropic’s AI model, citing national security concerns and Amazon’s conflicting investments in OpenAI.
6/22/26: Iran Talks Nearly Collapse, Neocons Try To Tank Deal, Americans Want War To End
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze the first day of US-Iran negotiations mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, featuring guest Jeremy Scahill.
6/19/26: Iran Deal on Brink of Collapse, Neocons Fuming at Trump, Hasan Piker Rally Banned
Breaking Points analyzes the fragile Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire and J.
6/18/26: Trump 180 On Iran, Ben Shapiro Attacks Vance, Deep State Fights Iran MOU
Krystal and Saagar analyze the signed US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, highlighting Trump’s reversal on nuclear enrichment and ballistic missiles.
6/18/26: Trump Haunted By Great Depression, Peter Thiel Secret Society Exposed
The hosts analyze President Trump’s G7 comments comparing himself to Herbert Hoover and discuss the Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady amid inflation concerns.
6/17/26: Trump Lashes Out At Israel, Prof Pape On US Surrender, Israelis Hysterical Over Deal
This episode analyzes a leaked US-Iran MOU, with host Ryan Dropside and guest Robert Pape arguing the deal signifies a strategic US surrender that boosts Iranian regional power.
6/17/26: Feds Charge Anti-ICE Protesters, Vance Pressed On Epstein, AIPAC Tracker Pledge
The episode examines federal charges against Minnesota protesters under NSPM 7, debating whether the indictments target legitimate civil disobedience or actual obstruction.
6/16/26: Anthropic CEO Pressed On AI In Military Use, Gas Prices Here To Stay, MAGA Grandma Turns On Trump
Krystal and Saagar analyze Dario Amodei’s defense of AI’s role in the Iran strikes, highlighting ethical failures and the "China race" justification for deregulation.
6/16/26: Trump Slams Bibi Over Lebanon Attacks, Ben Shapiro Meltdown Over Iran Deal, Bari Weiss Vs Trita Parsi
Krystal and Saagar discuss a potential U.
6/15/26: Anthropic Model Banned, AI Crash Incoming, Eric Trump UFC Scandal, WH Panic Over Situation Room Leak
Krystal and Saagar discuss the government’s forced suspension of Anthropic’s Fable 5 AI model, debating whether this reflects genuine safety concerns…
6/15/26: Trump Says Iran Deal Is Done, Jeremy Scahill On US Capitulation, Israelis Meltdown Over Deal
Krystal and Saagar discuss a reported U.
6/12/26: Iran Worries Trump Mentally Ill, Hunter Biden Defends Platner, Antonio Reynoso, CAIR Attorney
Breaking Points analyzes the volatile U.
6/11/26: Trump Considered Nuking Iran, Trump Says He Loves Inflation, Morning Joe Vs Platner
Hosts Krystal and Saagar interview analyst Brandon Weikert to discuss Trump’s threats to seize Iranian oil infrastructure and reports of contemplated nuclear escalation.
6/11/26: Trump Floats Taking Kharg Island, Prof Marandi Says Iran Welcomes Invasion
This episode analyzes escalating US-Iran tensions, featuring Professor Mirandi and Brandon Weikert.
6/10/26: Putin Assassination Attempt, Bernie Candidate Wins In CA, Cuba Preps For US War
This episode examines the alleged Ukrainian drone attack on Putin, questioning CIA briefings to Trump.
6/10/26: US Strikes Iran, Inflation Rises As Tech Stocks Fall, Platner Wins In Maine
Breaking Points analyzes President Trump’s claims about a downed Apache helicopter and escalating US-Iran tensions, alongside new CPI data showing inflation rising to 4.
6/9/26: Trump Booed At Knicks Game, Sports Gambling Scandal, Chris Rabb On Platner Controversy
Krystal and Saagar analyze President Trump’s booed appearance at the NBA Finals, contrasting his isolation with NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s grassroots engagement.
6/9/26: US Helicopter Downed In Strait Of Hormuz, Prof Pape On Axis Of Resistance, North Korea Economy Surges
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze escalating tensions between the U.
6/8/26: Iran & Israel Exchange Fire, Trump Rage Quits Interview, Pentagon Warns Of Israeli Spying
Krystal and Saagar analyze Iran’s strike on Israel and the subsequent Israeli retaliation, arguing that Trump failed to restrain Netanyahu despite his claims.
6/8/26: Chips Stocks Hammered, Trump Floats Gov Stake In AI Companies
Krystal and Saagar analyze recent market volatility, linking it to fears of an AI bubble and rising interest rates.
6/5/26: Graham Platner Scandal, California Elections, Screwworm Outbreak & MORE!
Hosts Krystal and Saagar, joined by Ryan and Emily, analyze a New York Times report on Maine Senate candidate Graham Plattner, questioning the credibility of allegations from a right-wing operative.
6/4/26: Shawn Ryan Says Trump Duped Him, Ivanka Kushner Private Island, Rubio Confronted On Trump Falling Asleep
The hosts argue that the Iran conflict is destroying Trump’s presidency, citing retreats on the White House ballroom, the anti-weaponization fund, and immigration policies due to Republican backlash.
6/4/26: Pratt Slips In LA Mayors Race, Lebanon Ceasefire Falls Apart, US Oil Reserves 22 Year Low
Hosts Krystal and Saagar analyze California’s delayed primary results, debunking fraud claims while tracking Tom Steyer’s surge against Steve Hilton and Nithya Rahman’s tight race for LA mayor.
6/3/26: Iran Bombs Kuwait, Hezbollah Hits IDF In Lebanon, Elections In California
This episode analyzes escalating tensions in the Middle East, including Iranian retaliation for U.