Robbie Gramer

Megan Scully, Congress editor at Bloomberg News, and Taylor Poplar from Spectrum News dive into the government shutdown's ramifications, highlighting missed paychecks and stalled worker payments. Zoe Clark discusses how Michigan communities are grappling with SNAP benefit crises. Felicia Schwartz provides insights into the fragile Gaza ceasefire, while Robbie Grammer and James Kitfield analyze U.S. foreign policy and defense strategies. Together, they unravel the intricacies of congressional dynamics and the international political landscape.

The guests this time include Amanda Becker, a political analyst for the 19th; Zoe Clark, Michigan Public's political director; Anita Kumar from Politico; Joyce Karam, a senior news editor at Al-Monitor; Alex Ward of The Wall Street Journal; and Robbie Grammer from Politico. They dive into Trump’s impactful tariffs and their backlash, the chilling violence faced by journalists in Gaza, and the political shockwaves from recent national security firings. Expect engaging insights into immigration policies and emerging international dynamics affecting U.S. diplomacy.

Robbie Gramer, a national security reporter for POLITICO, dives into the fascinating dynamics of the Trump-Netanyahu meeting, marking Netanyahu's significant visit to the U.S. Gramer discusses the stakes involved, including the potential for a ceasefire in the Middle East and the implications for U.S.-Israel relations. The conversation touches on the 'frenemy' relationship between Trump and Netanyahu, as well as the broader diplomatic challenges, particularly regarding Israeli-Saudi normalization and the tension in Gaza.

Robbie Gramer, a national security reporter with expertise on the Middle East, joins Eugene Daniels to discuss the implications of the death of Yahya Sinwar, Hamas's leader. They delve into the potential shifts in Hamas's strategy and leadership dynamics. The conversation also highlights the precarious situation of around 100 missing hostages and the impact on cease-fire negotiations. Gramer and Daniels analyze the complex tensions between the Biden administration and Israel regarding the Gaza conflict and its political ramifications for upcoming elections.

Robbie Gramer, POLITICO's national security reporter, dives into the one-year mark of the Israel-Hamas war. He discusses the staggering death tolls on both sides, with over 40,000 Palestinian lives lost. The dialogue also highlights the humanitarian crises in Gaza and Lebanon, and the complexities of ceasefire negotiations amidst ongoing violence. Gramer reveals how this conflict has strained U.S.-Israel relations, particularly under Prime Minister Netanyahu's leadership, painting a vivid picture of the war's far-reaching implications.