Carolina Jiménez Sandoval, President of WOLA, and Maureen Meyer, Vice President for Programs, delve into the implications of Donald Trump’s recent election victory. They discuss the potential for increased authoritarianism in Latin America and the crucial role of civil society in safeguarding democracy. The conversation highlights U.S. foreign policy shifts, migration concerns, and the evolving drug crisis, especially regarding fentanyl. Both guests underscore the importance of advocacy groups in maintaining checks and balances amid looming threats to independent media and human rights.