Balance of Power

Robert McWhirter, a constitutional lawyer specializing in criminal defense and civil rights. He discusses the importance of bodycam and cellphone evidence. He examines limits on federal immunity and how protester rights and firearm rules intersect with federal operations. He weighs legal fallout from the Minneapolis ICE shootings and implications for DHS actions.

Nicole Malliotakis, New York congresswoman focused on local readiness and redistricting. Deanne Criswell, former FEMA chief and emergency management expert. Josh Saul, Bloomberg energy reporter on power and fuel markets. They discuss storm impacts on the power grid, prepositioning of federal resources, staffing and institutional knowledge risks, and how energy demand and outages could unfold across regions.

U.S. Representative Andrew Garbarino, Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, sheds light on budgetary challenges and bipartisan support for 9-11 responder health funding. Joseph Welch, Executive Director of U.S. Army Transformation, discusses cutting-edge military AI integration and urgent modernization needs. Jeanne Sheehan Zaino analyzes the political dynamics surrounding congressional hearings, offering insights on the GOP's strategies in energizing their base. The conversation takes a timely turn with updates on Zelenskiy's peace talks after meeting Trump in Davos.

Lael Brainard, former Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve, dives into the implications of central bank independence and critiques Trump's economic claims at Davos. She discusses the challenges of housing supply and cautions against politicizing the Fed. Derek Decloet, Bloomberg’s executive editor for Canada, shares insights on Canadian reactions to Trump's Greenland proposal and his NATO remarks, revealing unease about U.S. policy directions amidst broader Canada-U.S. relations.

Tensions mount as Trump heads to Davos and stirs up controversy over Greenland. European leaders express alarm at the administration's rhetoric, revealing their urgency through private communications. Discussions touch on potential EU retaliatory tariffs and market implications, while a panel weighs in on the risks of Trump's negotiation style. The symbolism at Davos serves as a backdrop for political maneuvers, as analysts reflect on the past year's shifts in policy influenced by the president's approach.

Kitty Richards, a Senior Strategic Advisor at Groundwork Collaborative and former Treasury official, dives into pressing issues surrounding affordability proposals and critiques of current policies. She debates the effectiveness of Trump's ideas on housing and warns that tapping into 401(k)s may mostly benefit the wealthy. Richards emphasizes the need to boost housing supply rather than just demand, highlighting risks to market confidence and the importance of stable institutions in supporting a fair economy.

Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado met President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday as part of her push for greater influence in the wake of Nicolas Maduro’s ouster at the hands of American troops.Trump was expecting a “good and positive discussion” with Machado, who “is really a remarkable and brave voice for many of the people of Venezuela,” White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told reporters.Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe speaks with: Bloomberg Washington Correspondent Tyler Kendall. Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Heather Conley. Republican Senator Ted Budd of North Carolina. American Bankers Association President and CEO Rob Nichols. Republican Congressman Nicole Malliotakis of New York. Stonecourt Capital Partner Rick Davis and Harvard Kennedy School's Ash Center Visiting Democracy Fellow Jeanne Sheehan Zaino. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Representative Haley Stevens from Michigan dives into the pressing issues of war powers and the need for robust manufacturing policies. She warns about China's keen eye on the U.S. and critiques the impact of tariffs on Michigan's auto industry. Joining her is Brian Stile, another U.S. Representative, who discusses his bold proposal to ban lawmakers from trading individual stocks, along with insights on crypto regulations and Fed oversight. Their candid takes on economic policy shed light on bipartisan efforts to enhance public trust in government.

U.S. Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi, a key Democratic voice on foreign policy and affordability, engages in a deep dive on sanctions and diplomacy regarding Iran. He also advocates for extending ACA tax credits to alleviate healthcare costs. U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, a leading progressive, shares insights on her recent call with Trump about affordability and emphasizes the Democratic resolve to lower living costs. The discussion also touches on Trump's populist economic strategy, especially in the context of the battleground state of Michigan.

Watch Joe and Kailey LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.President Donald Trump faced rare opposition from key Republican lawmakers after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell accused the Department of Justice of launching a grand jury investigation to pressure and intimidate the central bank.Senator Thom Tillis, a key Republican on the Banking Committee who isn’t running for reelection, vowed quickly Sunday night to oppose any Trump nominees to the Fed until the matter is resolved. Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe speaks with: Bloomberg Washington Correspondent Tyler Kendall. Democratic Congresswoman Debbie Dingell. Harvard Kennedy School's Ash Center Visiting Democracy Fellow Jeanne Sheehan Zaino and Stanford University Hoover Institution Fellow Lanhee Chen. Rapidan Energy Group President Bob McNally. Bloomberg Economics Defense Geoeconomics Lead Becca Wasser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.