Ep. 152 - Israel/Palestine War Wages On, Harvard Students Spark Outrage, House Speaker Update, and Santos Is Back Baby!

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00:00 - Israel Palestine War Drags On

Israel has issued evacuation warnings to over 1 million residents in northern Gaza. The Israel Defense Forces is establishing a second evacuation route, following a tragic incident where airstrikes struck evacuees. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties on both sides, with an IDF expansion planned. Israel aims to eliminate Hamas's capabilities, ensuring they don't regain control. 

12:50 - Harvard Hates Free Speech

Harvard students face controversy for criticizing Israel's role in Gaza violence. Pershing Square Capital Management, Hedge fund manager Bill Ackman's demand for signatories' names raises job-related concerns. Some students worry that expressing views may harm their career prospects. 

35:35 - Who Will Be House Speaker?

In a recent closed-door House Republican conference meeting, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) disclosed his withdrawal from the House speaker race. Despite winning the conference's nomination a day earlier, Scalise couldn't muster enough support within the House GOP conference for a successful House floor vote. Republicans have nominated Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, as their latest choice for House speaker after Majority Leader Steve Scalise's initial bid faltered

49:20 - RFK Wikipedia Page Bias

55:22 - California Climate Policy

In a groundbreaking move, California has set a new precedent by compelling large businesses to divulge their planet-warming emissions, a pioneering law signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. More than 5,300 companies generating over $1 billion in annual revenue within the state will need to disclose both direct and indirect emissions. This includes emissions from operational activities like building maintenance, employee travel, and product transportation. 

1:07:50 - Poll On Biden’s Scandals

According to an AP-NORC poll, most Americans hold concerns about President Biden's handling of his son Hunter's business dealings. Only 30% of American adults believe he's done nothing wrong, while 68% think his actions were either illegal or unethical. Among Democrats, 40% express concerns, while 96% of Republicans believe wrongdoing has occurred.

1:13:05 - George Santos is Back Baby

On Friday, Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y lost his temper on Capitol Hill during a heated exchange with a Jewish American man identified as Shabd Singh of Washington. In a clip of the event, Santos lashes out at the man — who has been described as being critical of Israeli policies — calling him "human scum." 

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