Carlos Curbelo

Carlos Curbelo, former Republican congressman and son of Cuban immigrants, offers a Cuban-American perspective on US policy toward Cuba. He discusses the impact of an oil blockade and sanctions, the feasibility of seizing Raul Castro, humanitarian tradeoffs, and political messaging in Florida. Short, pointed takes on strategy, risks and what might come next.

Carlos Curbelo, a former U.S. Congressman and co-founder of Vocero, shares insights into the reshaping of Republican energy policy following the rollback of the Inflation Reduction Act. He discusses potential bipartisan cooperation on climate adaptation and energy security while navigating the party's internal dynamics. The conversation highlights the importance of inclusive political leadership in addressing climate challenges, particularly in Florida, and advocates for evidence-based, collaborative approaches to energy policy that bridge ideological divides.

Join Jonathan Lemire, White House bureau chief at Politico; Reverend Al Sharpton, President of the National Action Network; Zannie Minton-Bettos, Editor in Chief of The Economist; and former Congressman Carlos Curbelo as they analyze the ramifications of the recent presidential race. They discuss Trump's surprising team selections and the shifting political dynamics in America, including the Democratic Party's difficulties in reaching its base. The conversation also touches on race and technology's effects on voter engagement and the need for unity amid disinformation.

Rep. Mark Pocan calls for Biden to condition aid to Israel, while NBC's Jane Timm reports high election worker turnover. The roundtable discusses abortion bans in Arizona, Israel's offensive, and challenges in passing aid packages for Ukraine.

Chuck Todd, Dave Wasserman, Ann Selzer, Mary Katherine Ham, Hogan Gidley, Carlos Curbelo, and David Plouffe analyze the Iowa caucuses. Topics discussed include Trump's dominance in the caucus, the impact of a former president's record on the race, the Iowa caucus results and potential agreements, and the differences between the caucus systems in Iowa and New Hampshire.