Karen DeYoung

Karen DeYoung, Senior National Security Correspondent for The Washington Post, and Samantha Schmidt, Mexico City Bureau Chief, explore the turbulent U.S.-Latin America relationship under Trump. They discuss U.S. military actions against Maduro and the precarious tension with Venezuela. The conversation delves into Colombia's shifting dynamics under President Petro, the influence of migration on policies, and America's backing of right-leaning leaders. Together, they unravel the historical context and modern strategies shaping U.S. involvement in the region.

Yaroslav Trofimov, WSJ Middle East correspondent and author; Robbie Gramer, WSJ national security reporter; Karen DeYoung, Washington Post national security correspondent and biographer. They discuss Iran’s ongoing military strikes and missile/drone capabilities. They consider risks to the Strait of Hormuz and Gulf states’ shifting alignments. They explore how the conflict reshapes US-China ties and debates over US policy toward Cuba.

Karen DeYoung, National security correspondent for The Washington Post and author of Colin Powell's biography, dives into the complex legacy of the first Black Secretary of State. She discusses Powell's controversial role in the Iraq War and his evolution within the Republican Party, marked by a shift away from traditional conservatism. DeYoung reveals insights into Powell's life, from his immigrant roots to his military service, and reflects on the impact of his pivotal UN speech. A fascinating exploration of a multifaceted figure in American politics.