Daniela Pellett

Ben Kelly, a Newsweek senior audience editor known for sharp political commentary, and Daniela Pellett, managing editor at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting and Ukraine specialist, debate wartime voting logistics, legality and legitimacy. They weigh external pressure, Russian interference and political calculations. They also discuss Netanyahu-Trump dynamics and media fallout from a high-profile athlete interview.

In this discussion, Daniela Pellett, Managing Editor at the Institute for War and Peace Reporting, analyzes Iran's recent protests and the implications of U.S. intervention. Robin Lustig, veteran journalist, debates the unpredictability of Trump's motives and the potential impact of U.S. foreign actions. Technology author Dan Wong contrasts the engineering approaches of the U.S. and China, shedding light on infrastructure advancements. The panel also critiques Germany's migration policy and questions if disaster recovery is becoming a privilege for the wealthy.