As US and Russian officials meet about the war in Ukraine - without Ukraine - European leaders are feeling similarly sidelined. Meanwhile, Germany’s controversial far-right party could make major gains in elections on Sunday – and Elon Musk is cheering them on. Guest: Sebastian Shukla, CNN Producer  Have a tip or question about the new Trump administration? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

‘This Shouldn’t Be Their Reality’: Trump’s Immigration Crackdown

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