Jonathan Geyer, a foreign policy reporter, discusses the historical significance of USAID in national security. Atul Gawande, a global health expert, emphasizes how cuts could threaten public health initiatives and empower adversaries like China. Alex Papakristou, an international law specialist, highlights the constitutional implications of halting foreign aid, stressing its role in American diplomacy. Together, they argue that dismantling USAID risks not only humanitarian efforts worldwide but also undermining U.S. influence and security on the global stage.

This week, James Lee, host of 5149, Jonathan Geyer from Vox, and investigative reporter Ken Klippenstein dive deep into CNN's plummeting ratings and the resulting trust crisis in media. They discuss Ukraine's persistent lobbying efforts in Washington, shedding light on how they shape U.S. foreign policy. The conversation also touches on the impact of rising interest rates on the housing market and the challenges of affordability that arise. Additionally, they tackle issues of media hypocrisy and the cultural implications of moral outrage in society.