Judge Blocks Subpoenas In Jerome Powell Investigation
14/03/2026 | 1 h 39 min
A federal judge just blocked subpoenas in the DOJ’s investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Plus, Iran ramps up strikes against ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Iran’s New Supreme Leader Issues First Purported Message
13/03/2026 | 1 h 43 min
Iran warns the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed as a tool of pressure against the West amidst the ongoing war. Plus, two attacks on American soil today. One at Old Dominion University that the FBI now says is being investigated as act of terrorism inspired by ISIS. Another attack at a Detroit area synagogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Israel Says It Has Begun “Large-Scale” Strikes In Beirut Suburbs
12/03/2026 | 1 h 29 min
Projectiles hit four commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the key waterway where global oil traffic has been brought to a standstill by Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Pentagon: About 140 U.S. Service Members Wounded In Iran War
11/03/2026 | 1 h 29 min
The United States has hit ten inactive mine laying boats near the Strait of Hormuz according to President Trump. This as Iran’s chokehold of the straight is becoming more dire by the day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trump Speaks As U.S. Launches New Strikes On Iran
10/03/2026 | 1 h 40 min
President Trump holds a news conference as the war on Iran enters its second week with no clear end in sight. Plus, it seems increasingly probable the United States killed at least 192 students and teachers at an Iranian school. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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