Anita Kumar

Megan Scully, Congress Editor at Bloomberg News, Jeff Mason, White House correspondent for Reuters, and Anita Kumar, Head of standards and practices at Politico, dive into the tumultuous first 100 days of President Trump's administration. They discuss the impact of declining GDP and tariffs on U.S. businesses, revealing fears of a recession and consumer uncertainty. Legal controversies surrounding immigration cases grab attention, while the humanitarian crisis in Gaza sheds light on global challenges. The conversation also touches on evolving trade dynamics and leadership shifts in American politics.

Anita Kumar, Head of Standards and Practices at Politico; Amanda Becker, Washington correspondent for the 19th; and Alana Shorey, Senior Washington editor for Semaphore, dive into pressing political issues. They discuss the impact of President Trump's new tariffs, exploring how these affect everyday Americans and trade relations. The conversation shifts to the Gaza crisis and Israel's ambitious plans, as well as U.S.-Russian diplomatic tensions. The trio also touches on contentious redistricting in Texas and its implications for democracy.

Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic presidential nominee, discusses her campaign strategies and policy positions as the election season heats up. Anita Kumar and Steve Clemens provide sharp political analysis on recent polling trends and the controversies surrounding voter engagement. Zoe Clark offers insights into Michigan's unique political landscape and its implications for upcoming races. The conversation also covers global events impacting the U.S., including tensions between India and Canada, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

The guests this time include Amanda Becker, a political analyst for the 19th; Zoe Clark, Michigan Public's political director; Anita Kumar from Politico; Joyce Karam, a senior news editor at Al-Monitor; Alex Ward of The Wall Street Journal; and Robbie Grammer from Politico. They dive into Trump’s impactful tariffs and their backlash, the chilling violence faced by journalists in Gaza, and the political shockwaves from recent national security firings. Expect engaging insights into immigration policies and emerging international dynamics affecting U.S. diplomacy.

Anita Kumar, Senior Managing Editor at Politico, and Megan Scully, Congress Editor at Bloomberg News, join Taylor Poplar, a Washington correspondent for Spectrum News, to dissect the current political landscape as the election nears. They explore the chaos of a recent Trump rally overshadowed by controversy and analyze the implications of House Speaker Mike Johnson's comments on healthcare reform. The guests also dive into global tensions, including North Korea's military maneuvers and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting their interconnectedness with U.S. election dynamics.