Ron Elving, a seasoned NPR politics contributor, discusses the complexities of Trump's second term, from staff loyalty to legal boundaries. Kerry Kahn, an NPR correspondent in Brazil, explores the alarming rightward shift in South America, highlighting how voter concerns about crime are driving hardline policies. Meanwhile, sports commentator Howard Bryant reviews a tumultuous year in sports, addressing gambling scandals and celebrating the Dodgers–Blue Jays World Series along with the remarkable talent of Shohei Ohtani.
