Ask A Genius 1481: Rick Rosner Critiques Trump, AI Risk, and U.S. Foreign Policy: From Skynet to Maduro and ICE

Rick Rosner discusses James Cameron’s warnings on AI and nuclear warfare, spotlighting the real-world risks of a Skynet-like future. Shifting focus, he critiques Trump’s $50M bounty on Venezuelan President Maduro, calling it political theatre. Rosner also condemns ICE’s lowered age requirements and Trump’s vanity projects, including excessive Oval Office decorations and a $200M White House ballroom. He argues these actions reflect a broader pattern of corruption, distraction from scandals, and catastrophic public health mismanagement.

Ask A Genius 1478: Trump’s Distractions, Apple’s Investments, and Why U.S. Crime Rates Are Dropping

Rick Rosner critiques Donald Trump's latest antics, including claims about the 2028 Olympics and deflecting from Epstein inquiries. He questions the credibility of Trump’s partnership with Apple CEO Tim Cook over a $100 billion investment. Rosner analyzes the reported 4.5% drop in U.S. crime rates, attributing it to digitalization, reduced street life, and fewer opportunities for petty crime. He reflects on changes in society, policing, incarceration, and the evolving nature of crime in a cashless, surveilled era.