Mark Kimmitt

Mark Kimmitt, a retired brigadier general, joins a panel featuring Ana Kasparian of The Young Turks, Jonathan Conricus, Kaveh Afrasiabi, Amichai Chikli, and Ehud Barak, the former Israeli Prime Minister. They dive into the escalating tensions between the U.S., Iran, and Israel, discussing military strategies and potential Iranian retaliation. The conversation heats up around the implications of nuclear developments, ongoing conflicts in Gaza, and the moral dilemmas faced in military actions. A thought-provoking debate on anti-Semitism and media responsibility also ensues.

Jay Bryson, Wells Fargo Chief Economist, still sees the Fed hiking by 25 basis points in May following the March CPI print. Jeff Rosenberg, BlackRock Systematic Multi-Strategy Fund Portfolio Manager, says the direction of the banking crisis is "clear" but "the magnitude is not." Adam Posen, Peterson Institute for International Economics President & former BOE Monetary Policy Committee member, discusses the problems with subsidies in global trade. Tim Adams, Institute of International Finance President and CEO & former Under Secretary of Treasury for International Affairs, says this isn't a banking crisis. Mark Kimmitt, former US Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs & Retired Brigadier General, discusses the leak of classified documents. Get the Bloomberg Surveillance newsletter, delivered every weekday. Sign up now: https://www.bloomberg.com/account/newsletters/surveillance See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Clough, Chairman at Clough Capital, dives into current market trends, emphasizing the interplay of earnings and investor reactions. Jennifer Lawless from the University of Virginia shares insights on the pivotal dynamics of the 2024 presidential race. Retired Brigadier General Mark Kimmitt analyzes the complexities of the Middle East conflict and its global implications. Lisa Mateo rounds things out by discussing crucial news trends, making for a well-rounded look at how politics and geopolitics impact financial markets.