So let me get this right - the U.S. is now at war (trade war) with Canada, Mexico & China? Putin’s going on Russian TV saying a minerals deal with the U.S. is imminent? Ukraine is suddenly more thankful. And Europe has done nothing except a little initial bluster. Did I miss something?

today’s Trump/Vance meeting with President Zelensky was more than disturbing. But I want to reiterate: Hope - isn’t blind optimism! This edition of The Chief Brief highlights that all our efforts have meaning and we can not give in to bullies f/t @avalaina.bsky.social @laurencetubiana.bsky.social

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch’s speech today harks to what’s happening in the U.S. today - appealing to the reform voters for next elections by selling the soul of Britain. This is what happens when govt policies are terrible. @teamlabouruk.bsky.social would do well to pay attention to German elections

🔥 While everyone’s debating #DEI, the real global power struggle just went Gen Z! 🔥 Washington’s latest drama got your attention? Whether you’re celebrating or fuming over DEI being blamed for everything, you might have missed a massive shift in global power dynamics 🚨 New edition of The Chief Brief

My Trump #inauguration thread! Please note, this is my brain when it’s not fed:

We’re banning smoking in public areas incl streets in Europe bec of particulate matter. I’d assume fireworks would all in that scope of clean air? So Why not! @politico.eu @ec.europa.eu

3.5 hrs from the new year & am wondering if I am a bad person for feeling relieved the U.K. govt grew some kahunas and said ‘no way Jose’ to Syria’s dictator by half, Asma al-Assad pulling the cancer 50-50 excuse to be repatriated. Thoughts?

Christmas Eve good deed done! Found a new home for 5 #cats (mom & 4 kittens) dumped this AM outside a friend’s colleague’s house (who does that on Xmas Eve!) #London rallied! & a superman to take ‘em all was found! (I may steal one!)

So many of us reviving our substack - excellent stuff to read

Sallie Krawcheck is stepping down as Ellevest CEO after 10 years, citing health reasons. Ellevest’s co-CEOs will be Dr. Sylvia Kwan & Connie Hsiung. #Leadership #Ellevest #Finance

Yes Madam, an Indian beauty company founded by Monica Mantri recently surveyed its employees about stress. The response? We’re stressed. what did the company do? Fire stressed-out employees because nothing says wellness like axing people you “care” for #YesMadam #TheChiefBrief #CorporateWellness

Before any focus on negative scenarios FYI in Syria - Women define Resilience in crisis & hold the key to a peaceful transition 🌾 65% of agricultural workers ie food security are women 🏛️ 16% hold local council seats 🏠 30% lead households 📬 Discover more at The Chief Brief: chiefbrief.substack.com

Hi Bluesky folks! New here.. Is this a safe space?