Transgender Athlete Ban, Germany’s Political Shift, and U.S.-Cuba Relations

Explore the GOP-led House's controversial vote to ban transgender athletes from women's sports, the rise of the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance in Germany, and the Biden administration's move to remove Cuba from the state sponsor of terrorism list. Plus, delve into the political turmoil surrounding the UK's Treasury. This episode unpacks the intersection of sports, politics, and international relations, offering insights into the evolving global landscape.

Sources:
https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/14/politics/house-vote-ban-transgender-athletes-womens-sports/index.html
https://www.jpost.com/international/article-837512
https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/14/politics/biden-remove-cuba-from-state-sponsor-of-terrorism-list/index.html
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly90yd1w7wo

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:42) GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports
(00:03:37) The pro-Russia, anti-Israel populist aiming to redefine German politics
(00:06:34) Biden administration announces plans to remove Cuba from state sponsor of terrorism list
(00:09:27) Chris Mason: Political heat map flashes red over Treasury