Joel Rubin

Mary Schiavo, a CNN transportation analyst with expertise in aviation safety, and Joel Rubin, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State adept in diplomatic responses, dive into the recent tragic plane crash of an Air India flight. They discuss the immediate emotional toll on families and the complex international investigation that follows. The conversation also touches on the escalating protests across the U.S. and the implications for immigration policy, revealing the intertwined nature of safety and social unrest in today’s climate.

Joel Rubin, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State under Obama, shares his insights on the escalating tensions with Iran. He discusses President Trump's hardline stance and the implications of a potential military conflict. Rubin also explores the complexities of U.S.-Iran relations, the rejection of negotiations, and the quest for a new nuclear agreement. Furthermore, he touches on Trump's tariffs and their impact on the global economy, alongside how current foreign policy strategies shape regional security.

Joel Rubin, a Jewish-American political analyst and former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Legislative Affairs, dives deep into the alarming rise of anti-Semitism. He shares personal insights from his Pittsburgh roots and the impact of the Tree of Life massacre on Jewish fears. Rubin connects recent global attacks and highlights a troubling normalization of anti-Semitic rhetoric. He discusses the role of online culture in amplifying violence and critiques major Jewish organizations for their focus on Israel over domestic issues, calling for greater unity across communities.