Former president of Ireland talks about Trump's plan for his Board of Peace

By Leila Fadel

Published January 21, 2026 at 3:47 AM CST

What is President Trump's Board of Peace actually for? NPR's Leila Fadel asks Mary Robinson, former president of Ireland and member of The Elders, a group of world leaders who advocate for peace.

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Leila Fadel is a national correspondent for NPR based in Los Angeles, covering issues of culture, diversity, and race.

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