Karl Mathiesen
Senior climate correspondent at POLITICO who assesses the commission's climate performance, COP outcomes and implications for the Green Deal during the panel discussion.
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Dec 5, 2025 • 42min
Notes on a scandal — will a fraud probe upend the EU?
Zoya Sheftalovich, POLITICO's new chief EU correspondent, discusses a shocking fraud probe into senior EU diplomats and its implications for Ursula von der Leyen. The panel, featuring defense editor Jan Cienski and trade expert Doug Busvine, evaluates von der Leyen’s first year, highlighting the Commission's shift towards defense amid the Ukraine war and critiques of the US-EU tariff deal. Senior climate correspondent Karl Mathiesen adds insights on the EU's climate performance amid global challenges. Together, they assess the risks to public trust in EU institutions.
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May 2, 2025 • 38min
How Trump transformed Europe in just 100 days
Karl Mathiesen, a senior climate correspondent, and Jan Cienski, a defense and mobility editor, dive into how Trump's first 100 days impacted Europe. They discuss the EU's uncertain response to Trump's unpredictable policies and its implications for NATO and trade relationships. The guests also explore the fallout from the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, revealing Europe's chances to lead on climate action. Additionally, they touch on the recent blackout in Iberia and its political consequences, highlighting issues of accountability amidst crisis.
