Ben Canark

In this discussion, Ben Canark, a criminal justice reporter for the Baltimore Banner, and Sherath Gunapati, an economics professor at Georgetown University, dive into the recent Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. They explore the emotional impact on the community and the fate of migrant workers involved in the tragedy. The pair also analyze the economic consequences of the Port of Baltimore's shutdown on global supply chains and emphasize the urgent need for infrastructure improvements. Their insights connect local issues to national infrastructure debates.