Original air date: September 28, 2023 The Democrats just keep winning. But why aren’t more people talking about it? Tara McGowan and Simon Rosenberg join us to remind everyone that while Biden’s Democratic Party is on a hot streak, it’s going to take some work to keep the momentum going into 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All over the globe, the world is on fire. Ukraine and Russia, Chinese vessels ramming Filipino vessels, Israel at war with seemingly everybody. With all this divided geopolitical attention, what is going on in North Korea? Jenny Town, senior fellow at the Stimson Center and director of 38 North, joins Jon and Heather to discuss all things North Korea, examine its current security relationships, and show that maybe King Jong-Un isn’t as lonely as he might seem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s often said that Kamala Harris’s entry into the race has transformed this campaign. But does this also mean that Harris has a real chance at changing the composition of the electorate, by bringing more low-propensity Democratic voters into the process? A new analysis finds striking surges in voter registration among Dem-leaning voter groups during the week of July 21st, after President Biden left the race and endorsed Harris. We talked to the author of that analysis’ author, Tom Bonier of the Democratic firm TargetSmart, about why he’s optimistic—but also realistic—about Harris’s chances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the Republican National Convention approaches its end, more calls for Joe Biden to step down from the election have sprung up in the media. What possibilities are there for replacing Biden? And how is the RNC shaping the Trump campaign? Pete Dominick and Nell Scovell join David Rothkopf to talk potential Democratic heroes and MAGA celebrities - from Kamala Harris and JD Vance to Hulk Hogan and Jon Stewart - and much, much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fifty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Aukus deal: US, UK and Australia agree on nuclear submarine project Controversial judicial law passes first vote in Israeli Knesset Global bank stock rout deepens as SVB collapse fans contagion fears Italy blames Russia's Wagner group for surge in migration China to resume issuing visas to foreigners Press banned from opening session of new Tunisian parliament Mexican president says his country safer than United States We discovered our new home is a beehive — honey drips from the walls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fifty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Heavy losses reported as battle for Bakhmut rages North Korea tests two submarine-launched cruise missiles What to expect after Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to restore ties Moldova says it thwarted Russia-linked plot ahead of anti-government protests US intervenes to contain fallout from collapse of Silicon Valley Bank ‘Farmgate’: Cyril Ramaphosa inquiry ‘clears’ South African president but police still investigating Micronesia’s president accuses China of ‘political warfare’ At least five mystery goats seen wandering loose in San Francisco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: July 23, 2021 The science shows that GOP-led resistance to the vaccine is fueling a resurgence of COVID in the US. Anger against the unvaccinated is understandably growing as their ignorance and politics are putting the country at risk again. Where will this lead? What will this new wave of COVID look and feel like? What should we do about it? How does our international response figure in? We discuss these essential and urgent issues with Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Laurie Garrett, former Obama health care advisor Dr. Kavita Patel and Ryan Goodman of "Just Security." Don't miss this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: June 3, 2020 There is no question that the Trump Administration has been a dramatic departure from past US Administrations on issues like democracy promotion, human rights and protecting press freedoms. Autocrats have been embraced. Press freedoms and free speech have been under siege here in the U.S. What would change if Joe Biden took office next January? In the second of our Agenda 2021 series, Amb. Derek Mitchell, President of the National Democratic Institute, Suzanne Nossel, CEO of PEN America and author of the forthcoming Dare to Speak: Defending Free Speech for All (HarperCollins, July 2020) and Kenneth Roth, Executive Director of Human Rights Watch discuss global trends, and policy shifts they expect and that they would like to see. Don't miss this important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the media and books to drag shows and voting, states is in the South have been trying to turn back the clock. Kavita and Norm talk about these updates, what they mean for the country as a whole, and what we can do about it. Members get a bonus conversation about Walgreens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fifty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: North simulates artillery strike on South's airfield, warns of 'overwhelming response' Mexican cartel says sorry for attack on Americans, bodies return to US Jehovah's Witness hall shooting in Hamburg — what we know Papua rebels release videos showing kidnapped NZ pilot alive At least 25 killed in Nigeria jihadist attack Judge extends pretrial detention for Peru’s ex-President Castillo No NATO yet, Turkey tells Sweden and Finland Tiger cub gets rescue dog playmate at Colorado sanctuary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Department of Energy released a statement that talked about the origins of COVID. David sits down with Pulitzer Prize-Winner Laurie Garrett and David Wallace-Wells of the New York Times to talk about what we know and don't about the past and future of pandemics. Do we actually know anything new about a potential lab leak source of the COVID-19 virus? How does America's reponse rate against other countries after year three of COVID-19? What we are doing to prepare for the next pandemic?  All of these questions and more during this engaging conversation. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Next in Foreign Policy is doing a mini-series on culture and foreign policy. In the final episode of the mini-series, Grant and Zoe talk with Bonner Price about Video Games and how they interact with foreign policy. In the final segment, Zoe talks about TiTANiQUE and Grant rants against ticket fees. If you are under 40 and interested in being featured on the podcast, be sure to fill out this form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fifty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia launches largest missile strike against Ukraine in months Taliban governor of Afghanistan’s Balkh province killed in blast China’s Xi calls for ‘more quickly elevating’ armed forces Georgia drops 'foreign agents' law after protests Congo: Dozens dead in suspected ADF attack Malaysia’s ex-PM Muhyiddin detained by anti-graft agency, to be charged in court on Friday Argentina makes headway in establishing a cannabis export industry Coming soon: Reese’s Cups, chocolate bars made from plants Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sanctions and the cost of the war in Ukraine have had a major impact on the Russian economy. David, Rosa, and Ed are joined by Jeff Sonnenfeld of Yale to discuss his research and how bad the Russian economy really is. How much money is Russia losing on oil? Why is the IMF a bad actor when it comes to Russia? Is Russia's economy on the brink of collapse? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this insightful episode. Members get a bonus segment about the China and how the conversation about it within the beltway is moving in the wrong direction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Thursday edition of the DSR daily, we cover Biden's changing reception to calls for him to step down, European leaders discussing migration and Ukraine at a UK Summit, Jack Smith's formal appeal of Trump's classified documents case dismissal, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Media: Boat used for Nord Stream attacks connected to Ukraine Survivors of deadly Mexico abduction returned to US General strike in West Bank after Israeli raid kills six in Jenin Georgians throw stones, petrol bombs at police in protest over new law Countries to get more time to reduce debt under temporary Commission plan Cyclone Freddy: Deadly storm set to hit Mozambique a second time Biden administration backs new TikTok Bill, wants swift passage Video captures dramatic moment SUV slams into Houston cafe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American democracy has always come with both rights and obligations.  David talked with Richard Haass author of the new book "The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens" about those obligations and what Americans need to do to keep our democracy strong. Are we in a significantly different place as a citizenry than we have been in the past? How should we stay informed in a sea of misinformation? Can civics education be revived in the United States? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this enlightening discussion. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fiftieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: China Jan-Feb trade slumps again as global demand falters Sri Lanka leader says IMF deal imminent after China’s pledge Canada launches probe into Chinese election interference France pension protests: Fuel deliveries blocked by strikers Japan: New H3 rocket fails minutes after launch 103 children among hundreds found in abandoned truck in Mexico Syrian state media says Israeli strike damaged Aleppo airport Loose python found behind refrigerator in 29th floor New Jersey apartment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Russia's Wagner boss suggests 'betrayal' in Bakhmut battle Pakistan bans airing of Imran Khan speeches, suspends TV channel Armenian and Azerbaijani border clash leaves five dead South Korea to compensate victims of Japan's forced wartime labor Unions vow to shut France’s economy down amid pension battle Hundreds of migrants flee Tunisia after president's crackdown Ecuador assembly backs report calling for Lasso impeachment process Colombia plans to send 70 ‘cocaine hippos’ to India and Mexico, governor says Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: May 25, 2021 Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, is one of the world's leading thinkers on international affairs. His most recent book, "The World: A Brief Introduction" is a one volume crash course into how we got to where we are and where we go from here. It is now out in paperback and to mark that event, we sat down with Richad to discuss the book, America's changing role in the world, the impact of COVID, our very different rivalries with China and Russia and much much more. Ed Luce of the Financial Times joins in the conversation for a pod episode you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: December 3, 2021 Big tech today rivals in influence many nation states. Even the largest and most powerful countries are debating how to contain and control tech giants who have the ability to influence their politics, their economies and their standing in the world. To explore how the coming power struggle between big technology firms and nation states will play out, we present a debate between the Eurasia Group's Ian Bremer and Stephen Walt of Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government. It's a thought provoking and enlightening discussion. Don't miss this special edition of Deep State Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress is back in session and there is lots of news. First Kavita and Norm talk about the Department of Energy's report around the "Lab Leak" theory and then they discuss Attorney General Merrick Garland's testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee. Members of The DSR Network get a bonus conversation about the recent hearing on the Equal Rights Amendment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's history has become a battlefield for modern day politicians. David talked with Kevin Kruse co-editor of the new book "Myth America: Historians Take On the Biggest Legends and Lies About Our Past" about how history is misused. Why do people push false narratives? Where have historical myths impacted American policy? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this informative conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Kremlin accuses Ukrainian saboteurs of attack inside Russia Blinken, Lavrov speak briefly at G-20 meeting Belarus court jails Nobel winner Bialiatski for 10 years Cambodia’s opposition leader jailed 27 years for treason UN experts accuse Nicaragua government of crimes against humanity US offers $5m bounty for DR Congo militia leader Prince Harry and Meghan asked to leave their UK home German ice cream parlor offers cricket-flavored scoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court has been incredibly busy over the last few weeks. David is joined by Katie Barlow of Fox 5 DC and Steve Vladeck of the University of Texas to talk about some of the biggest cases facing the court. Is the Court about the ruin the internet as we know it? Will Biden's student debt relief survive? Is standing just a fig leaf? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this expert conversation. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surprise, surprise: The Republican convention is turning into a festival of media bashing. Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene did something that deserves special attention: After fielding a question about J.D. Vance that displeased her, Greene erupted, repeatedly dressing down the reporter in strikingly vicious terms. Arizona senate candidate Kari Lake, meanwhile, used her convention speech to similarly smear the press. All this is a bad omen: If Donald Trump wins the election, the assault on the press is going to shift into authoritarian overdrive. We talked to Media Matters senior fellow Matt Gertz, who explains why a Trump crackdown on the press could get alarmingly far. Listen to this episode here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Exclusive: US seeks allies' backing for possible China sanctions over Ukraine war Fractured G20 foreign ministers grapple with deepening rifts India top court’s ‘historic’ order on election officers selection US intelligence: 'Havana syndrome' not foreign foes' work Vo Van Thuong: Vietnam picks new president in power shuffle Eurozone inflation eases less than expected in February Burkina scraps 1961 military aid pact with France   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States faces a wide variety of foreign policy challenges two months into 2023. David is joined by DSR regulars Ed Luce, David Sanger, and Kori Schake to discuss these threats and how the United States should respond. Is the U.S.-Israeli relationship broken? Will Iran get a nuclear weapon? What is going on in North Korea? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this thoughtful episode. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Bola Tinubu wins Nigeria's presidential election against Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi Taiwan says 19 Chinese fighter jets entered its air defence zone At least 36 killed after train collision in Greece Pakistani court orders arrest of former premier Imran Khan Iran expels 2 German diplomats in tit-for-tat move Canada bans TikTok on government devices over security risks Militants kidnap 25 youths in northern DR Congo Russia bans government officials from using most foreign words Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Tensions high in West Bank after deadly Israeli settler rampage Serbia and Kosovo accept EU proposal to normalize ties Sunak hails ‘new chapter’ in UK-EU relations as Northern Ireland deal is agreed Macron lays out ‘new era’ for France’s reduced presence in Africa Mexican troops, border residents clash after 5 shot, killed Algeria and Russia aim to boost military ties Kerala: India temple replaces elephant with robot for rituals Web-based kissing device horrifies Chinese social media users Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Nigeria gets early results from tight election race Israeli and Palestinian officials vow to curb violence Bao Fan: Missing Chinese billionaire assisting authorities, firm says Mexicans turn out in droves to protest electoral overhaul, see democracy at risk North Korea holds rare meeting on farming amid food shortage Russian plane destroyed near Minsk airfield: Belarus opposition Hundreds in Tunisia protest against president’s anti-migrant clampdown Mexican president posts photo of what he claims is an elf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: June 15, 2021 When Vladimir Putin sits down with Joe Biden, both men will be well familiar with each other and Putin will have no illusions that he can toy with the new American president like he could with the last one. Joe Biden has been working at a high level in US foreign policy since 1973 (when Leonid Brezhnev was General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union.) As Biden's Europe trip has demonstrated this past week, he is a savvy foreign policy professional who knows how to pull the levers of diplomacy behind the scenes. If not every speech is a barn burner, the results so far outstrip those of all his recent predecessors in their first years in office. We discuss the Putin meeting with David Sanger of the New York Times, who is traveling with the president, and Evelyn Farkas, former senior Obama Administration official and Russia specialist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: March 10, 2022 As the war in Ukraine drags on, Russian atrocities are mounting. Bombing hospitals, using thermobaric weapons, and potentially escalating to chemical weapons. What should the West do? David Rothkopf and Kavita Patel look for answers with Alex Vindman former Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council and former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder. Should the U.S. get involved militarily in Ukraine? Is Putin on his way out? How should we approach countries that don't support Ukraine? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this dark period. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kavita is back from her trip but the problems in the country haven't moved much. The train derailment in East Palestine has caused concerns about environmental and health impacts while the right-wing media pushes it as race issue. Members of The DSR Network get access to a bonus segment about Mark Brnovich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The role of the United States in the world is in question but it isn't the first time. David talked with Robert Kagan author of the new book "The Ghost at the Feast: America and the Collapse of World Order, 1900-1941" and what lessons we can take for it into our current moment. What pushed America into its super powered status? What resonances does an "America First" foreign policy have with his point in history? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this informative conversation.z Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia's war on Ukraine in numbers Russia deports thousands of Ukrainian children. Investigators say that's a war crime Ukraine War in Data: A year of casualties, violence and displaced Ukrainians Fake Russian diplomats revealed as heart of ‘hive’ spy ring in Australia Brazil downpours leave at least 50 dead as rescue ship arrives TikTok banned from EU Commission phones over cybersecurity Chinyere Igwe: Nigerian politician arrested with $500,000 in cash on eve of elections Spy balloon, UFO or Dragon Ball? Japan baffled by iron ball washed up on beach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Republican National Convention in full-swing, all eyes are on Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance. What do the decadent celebrations of the RNC tell us about Trump’s appeal? How will a pro-Putin running mate in JD Vance affect Trump’s foreign policy? David Rothkopf is joined by Rosa Brooks, Ed Luce, and Tom Nichols to analyze the current state of the Trump campaign and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russia has suspended their participation in New START but are we actually at a greater risk of nuclear war? David discusses with Jon Wolfsthal of Global Zero and Dr. Emma Belcher of the Ploughshares Fund. Is nuclear war imminent? Does the U.S. still have visibility on Russia's nukes? What comes next? Find out during this expert discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Mexico’s Senate passes controversial electoral reform Israeli military operation in Nablus leaves several dead Russian Wagner chief Prigozhin blames ammunition shortage for high deaths Gun attack on policeman deepens political tensions in Northern Ireland Argentina government loses Senate power after senators exit coalition Death toll from Turkey, Syria earthquake tops 47,000 South Africa's Eskom CEO quits with immediate effect Newlyweds, wedding party rescued from elevator in North Carolina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Biden made a surprise trip to Kyiv and the war in Ukraine grinds on. David is joined by DSR regulars Rosa Brooks and Ed Luce to discuss what is going on in Europe. What should we make of Biden's speech in Kyiv? Is Poland becoming the political center of Europe? Why is the far left meeting the far right in the US around the war in Ukraine? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this thoughtful episode. Members get a bonus conversation about Jimmy Carter's legacy. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred forty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Putin suspends Russia's participation in New START nuclear treaty Xi Jinping to visit Moscow for summit with Putin: Report North Korea food crisis looms behind displays of military prowess Imran Khan’s party launches ‘fill the jails’ protest in Pakistan US agrees to extradite the ex-president of Peru, Lima says Germany expels 2 Iranian diplomats over death sentence India averse to discussing new Russia sanctions at G20 She left her 2007 iPhone in its box for over a decade. It just sold for $63K Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Next in Foreign Policy is doing a mini-series on culture and foreign policy. In the second episode of the mini-series, Grant and Zoe talk with Helen Zhang of International Intrigue about how foreign policy media works and how she made her own niche. In the final segment, Zoe talks about the Dems moving their first presidential primary to South Carolina, Grant talks about The Last of Us, and Helen talks about tech trends. If you are under 40 and interested in being featured on the podcast, be sure to fill out this form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred fortieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden: 'Putin’s war of conquest is failing' Turkey-Syria border region hit by new quakes Court recognizes same-sex partners as legal dependents Papua New Guinea: Rescue mission under way for researchers taken hostage Israel: Benjamin Netanyahu accuses protesters of ‘trampling democracy’ Russia ‘mapping’ critical energy infrastructure, say Dutch intelligence agencies Protesters storm Suriname parliament over high fuel prices Cold-blooded: Abandoned alligator rescued from Brooklyn lake Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: March 1, 2022 The war in Ukraine continues with major Ukrainian cities either under seige or facing future shelling. DSR host David Rothkopf brings together Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University; Ambassador Douglas Lute, former U.S. Ambassador to NATO; and Ambassador Bill Taylor, former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine to discuss the current situation on the ground in Ukraine and potential paths forward in the conflict. Is deescalation possible? How bad will it this get for Ukrainian civilians stuck in Kharkiv and Kyiv? What is left for NATO to do to push back against Putin? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions at the consequential moment in history. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Originally Aired: February 22, 2022 President Biden just spoke about Russia moving its troops into Eastern Ukraine and the U.S. response. David Rothkopf spoke with Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute, Angela Stent of the Brookings Institution, and Michael Weiss of New Lines Magazine about where we are in the Ukrainian crisis and what might comes next. What sanctions will actually hurt Putin? Is Putin attempting to rebuild the Soviet Union or Czarist Russia? Are we about to see the largest land war in Europe since World War Two? Find out the answers to these and other vital questions at this pivot moment in history in this timely conversation. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode, Kavita is still out of town. So Norm and producer Grant Haver talk Nikki Haley getting into the Presidential race, her potential candidacy, and what this means for the future of our democracy. Members of The DSR Network get access to a bonus segment about the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred thirty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: Moldova swears in new government amid Russia tensions Bao Fan: Billionaire tech banker in China reported missing South Africa's naval exercise with Russia, China raises Western alarm European Commission takes Poland to court over ‘legal Polexit’ Ethiopia warns UN-backed probe could 'undermine' peace process North Korea threatens ‘unprecedented’ action over allied military drills Canada to send warships to Haiti amid ongoing violence Lonely tunes: Humpback whales wail less as population grows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the DSR daily for July 17, we cover President Biden’s consideration of Supreme Court reform, the guilty verdict in Senator Menendez’s corruption trial, an Iranian plot to assassinate Trump, and more. We also welcome our new co-host, Minnah Stein! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fulton County was released some details of the investigations into Donald Trump but that is just one area where ethics are under attack. David sits down with Noah Bookbinder, President of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington to discuss all of the threats to responsible government. How close are we to a Trump indictment? Will George Santos be held to account? How is the weaponization of government committee missing the mark? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this expert conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The two hundred thirty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.   Stories Cited in the Episode: South Korea brands North Korea an enemy state Rwanda accuses DR Congo soldiers of attack on border army post Philippines and US to hold biggest war games in years Nigeria's naira shortage: President Buhari extends use of old notes World Bank chief to leave by July Ruling Taliban display rare division in public over bans China imposes sanctions on Lockheed Martin, Raytheon over Taiwan arms sales English police say they foiled an 'eggs-travagent' plot to steal Cadbury chocolates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices