November 12, 2026

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‘We’re not going to be intimidated’: Democrats vow to take down ‘Trump crime family’


After a crushing Republican midterm defeat, Democrats are preparing to turn their attention to the Trump administration, vowing investigations into alleged corruption and misconduct while increasing scrutiny of the President’s inner circle.

Plus, Climate experts weigh in on whether COP31 still has any real influence as pressure mounts for stronger global action, while Israel’s complex coalition negotiations raise questions about whether a change in government would bring about a meaningful change in policy.

Also in this episode:
– Does the COP process still have the authority to drive change?
– The fallout from Israel’s election
– Finland’s embassy in Canberra becomes an unlikely social media sensation

Hosts: Abbie O’Brien, Ali Cheevers

Guests: Dr Lily O’Neill, Senior Research Fellow at Melbourne Climate Futures; Steven Hendrix, Former Senior US Diplomat

Producers: Nick Ludlam, Billy Dahlenburg, Greer Chester

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