Keith Duggan

Keith Duggan, Washington correspondent for The Irish Times, offers on-the-ground reporting and analysis. He recounts the Minneapolis ICE deployment and the controversial killings of Alex Pretti and Rennie Good. He examines conflicting video accounts, questions rushed official labels, and explores political fallout, investigations, and how this showdown could shape national debates.

In this conversation, Keith Duggan, Washington correspondent for the Irish Times, unpacks the historic victory of socialist Zohran Mamdani as New York’s first Muslim and youngest mayor. He highlights Mamdani’s grassroots campaign that skyrocketed from 1% in the polls to success. The discussion delves into Trump’s fierce criticism of Mamdani, revealing how it reflects broader Republican fears. With Mamdani’s policies resonating with young voters, Keith explores the implications for national politics and the possible shifts in Democratic strategy as they approach the midterms.