Mark Hurtling

Bobby Ghosh, columnist and geopolitics analyst, highlights Iran's power struggles and succession questions. Halima Croft, commodities strategist, breaks down oil, shipping and global economic risks. Jake Auchincloss, congressman and Marine veteran, raises constitutional and oversight concerns. John Brennan, former CIA director, assesses likely Iranian responses. Mark Hurtling, retired lieutenant general, explains military operations and escalation risks.

Vera Bergengruen, a national security reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins retired U.S. Army Lieutenant General Mark Hurtling and law professor Mary Ellen O'Connell to discuss the controversial use of military force in the war on drugs. They dissect President Trump's order for military action against Venezuelan drug trafficking and its implications on human rights. The conversation raises critical ethical questions about military strategy and the effectiveness of such operations, emphasizing the need for a more comprehensive approach to combat drug cartels.

In this engaging discussion, Michael McFaul, former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, Mark Hurtling, retired Army Lieutenant General, and Claire McCaskill, former Senator, tackle the delicate dynamics surrounding Ukraine. They analyze Trump's shift in stance towards peace talks with European leaders amidst ongoing Russian aggression. The guests dissect the intricacies of ceasefire negotiations and the need for security guarantees, while also critiquing narratives around mail-in voting and redistricting battles in Texas, showcasing their keen political insights.