The Good Fight Club: Epstein, Columbia, Ukraine, Fed Independence

In this episode of "The Good Fight," Yascha Mounk hosts a panel featuring Mona Charen, Ivan Krastev, and Francis Fukuyama to discuss recent news and events. The panel analyzes the Jeffrey Epstein scandal and its potential impact on Donald Trump and his supporters, exploring the conspiracy theories and anti-elite sentiments within the MAGA movement. They also discuss the Trump administration's actions against American universities, including the settlement with Columbia University, and debate whether universities should address internal issues while resisting external attacks. Finally, the panel examines the war in Ukraine, Zelensky's consolidation of power, and the challenges of maintaining democratic institutions during wartime, ending with a discussion on Trump's attempts to undermine the independence of various agencies and the broader implications for American institutions.