Trump’s Late-Night Posts Draw Scrutiny as Global Crises Escalate
Summary
The episode criticizes Donald Trump for posting violent animal videos and threatening Iran, while debunking CENTCOM claims that the US controls the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing Iranian attacks on tankers. It details escalating global conflicts, including Russia’s blackout-inducing strikes on Ukraine after Trump shut off early warning systems, and Saudi-Houthi clashes in Yemen. The hosts also expose alleged CFTC suppression of market manipulation investigations and highlight internal White House chaos, such as the new press secretary’s legal status and Trump’s refusal to sit for a BBC depos…
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Trump's disturbing social media posts and tigers
Alaska speech and potential election interference
Iranian strikes on tankers in Strait of Hormuz
Fact-checking US control of Strait of Hormuz
Trump's 'chill out' message amidst global war
Escalation in Yemen, Saudi Arabia, and Bulgaria
Trump's $5,000 vote incentive and legal issues
Greenland resource claims and defense deficits
Footage of Saudi strikes on Houthi infrastructure
Ukraine blackout and US early warning system shutdown
Trump's threats against Iran and nuclear claims
Oil prices and the 'small price to pay' argument
Press Secretary Katie Zakaria and Guilfoyle scandals
CFTC told to stand down on market manipulation
Trump backs out of BBC deposition
Global conflict summary and book pre-order
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