Taylor Popplars

Taylor Popplars, national political reporter at the White House, shares insights on the shutdown's impact on air travel and federal workers. Alana Shore, Senior Washington editor for Semaphore, discusses Trump's controversial plans to deploy federal troops and the ensuing legal battles. Nancy Youssef from The Atlantic analyzes the emerging ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas amid regional tensions. Arthur Delaney addresses Comey’s arraignment and the ongoing political fallout, while Akbar Shahid Ahmed dives into the complexities of Middle East diplomacy.

Taylor Popplars, a national political reporter for Spectrum News, dives into the momentum shift for Democrats following significant midterm wins, including Miami's first female Democrat mayor, Eileen Higgins. Steve Clemens discusses the implications of a congressional move to limit Pentagon funding tied to controversial military actions, while Joyce Karam highlights the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza worsened by Storm Byron. The panel also debates the legality of the U.S. seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker, reflecting on escalating tensions and international law.

In this engaging discussion, Megan Scully from Bloomberg News and Amanda Becker from the 19th share insights on the ramifications of President Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Taylor Popplars, reporting from the White House, highlights the tension between U.S. and Ukraine relations amid ongoing conflict, while Felicia Schwartz and Jack Detch delve into the complexities of international aid and military support. Nancy Youssef discusses the political dynamics impacting U.S. foreign affairs, making for a captivating analysis of current events.