Nick Schifrin

This discussion features Steve Clemens, a political expert; Arthur Delaney, who delves into political scandals; Nick Schifrin, a foreign affairs correspondent; Jack Detch, a defense reporter; and Kriti Gupta, a correspondent analyzing international affairs. They explore the fallout from a leaked military chat, revealing the risks of unsecured communications. The panel assesses the devastating humanitarian crises in Gaza and Sudan, addresses the chilling effects on legal accountability amidst political tensions, and discusses recent economic strains affecting public health and media.

Nick Schifrin, a Foreign Affairs correspondent for PBS NewsHour, and Kenneth Roth, former head of Human Rights Watch, delve into Gaza's dire humanitarian crisis. They illuminate the pressing need for international aid amid escalating military operations. Roth emphasizes that the situation is not merely humanitarian but a violation of international law. The pair discuss the complex interplay of human rights advocacy and the challenges faced by those critiquing Israel. This conversation sheds light on the harsh realities faced by civilians caught in the conflict.

This week’s discussion features Josh Wingrove from Bloomberg News, Taylor Poplarz from Spectrum News, and other esteemed guests. They tackle the aftermath of deadly flooding in Texas and the urgent need for better disaster preparedness. Attention shifts to President Trump's controversial trade policies and his recent Nobel Peace Prize nomination by Netanyahu. Additionally, they delve into the Pentagon’s reversal on arms shipments to Ukraine and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy amid global tensions.

In this captivating discussion, Nick Schifrin, a foreign affairs reporter, breaks down the U.S. seizure of an oil tanker near Venezuela, revealing the escalating tensions with Maduro's regime. Krishna Guha, a former New York Fed executive, discusses the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate cuts and internal divisions. Amisha Cross critiques Trump's rhetoric around affordability, and Syrian filmmaker Wa'ad al-Khatib shares his poignant journey back home after Assad's fall. Danielle Douglas-Gabriel outlines impacts of the SAVE student loan plan's end as the landscape shifts.

In this discussion, Nick Schifrin, a seasoned correspondent covering conflict zones, dives into the evolving U.S. national security strategy regarding Ukraine, highlighting European skepticism towards peace proposals. Meanwhile, William Brangham sheds light on a new agriculture aid package aimed at farmers, detailing the implications of Trump’s $12 billion relief plan amidst market uncertainties with China. The conversation also touches on high dementia rates in Native Americans, drawing attention to a critical public health issue.