On MoneyFM 89.3’s International News Review, Steve Okun joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to unpack a series of politically charged stories reverberating across the globe. We begin with President Trump’s latest remarks endorsing Japan’s push for greater defence autonomy and his call for “Republican‑run” or “federal‑run” elections—comments that have triggered intense debate in Washington and among America’s allies. We then turn to Trump’s controversial post on Truth Social, widely condemned as racist, which has reignited questions about political rhetoric, social media responsibility, and the boundaries of public discourse. Steve also examines the global fallout from the newly released Epstein files, which continue to send shockwaves through political and business circles in the US, UK, and beyond. With new names emerging and old questions resurfacing, the implications for institutions and public trust are far‑reaching. Finally, we look at the growing political tensions surrounding the upcoming Winter Olympics, where diplomatic boycotts, athlete safety concerns, and geopolitical rivalries are shaping the narrative long before the opening ceremony.