James Kitfield

Margaret Tollev, a senior contributor at Axios and director at Syracuse University, along with HuffPost's Arthur Delaney, and others, dive into pressing global issues. They discuss the historical election of Pope Leo XIV and the backlash he faces regarding immigration. The trade war's impact on U.S. ports raises questions about economic policy. Geopolitical tensions, especially between India and Pakistan and in Gaza, are explored. Tensions escalate in Ukraine, with insights on Trump’s influence in Middle Eastern negotiations. It's a whirlwind of politics, faith, and international diplomacy.

Guests include Eva McKend, CNN's national politics correspondent, and Arthur Delaney, HuffPost's senior reporter. They discuss the alarming plane-helicopter collision in D.C. and the political repercussions, including Trump's freeze on federal grants affecting essential services. Wendy Benjaminson addresses the humanitarian crisis returning to Gaza, while Joyce Karam highlights international tensions. James Kitfield analyzes the implications of a new Chinese AI app on U.S. tech dominance, and Kriti Gupta explores global economic challenges. A deep dive into today's critical political landscape!

Taylor Poplar, a Washington correspondent for Spectrum News, joins an insightful panel alongside Jeff Mason, White House correspondent at Reuters, and Amy McKinnon, national security expert at Foreign Policy. They discuss the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, sharing urgent stories of evacuation and community impact. The conversation shifts to President Trump’s recent legal challenges and controversial comments about Greenland. Additionally, they delve into the geopolitical implications of Canada’s political shifts and the U.S. State Department’s alarming designation of genocide in Sudan.