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Trump Faces 60-Day War Powers Deadline

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The war with Iran is hours away from a critical deadline as more Republicans in Washington are demanding answers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Highlights

With tensions escalating toward a potential military confrontation with Iran and a critical War Powers Resolution deadline looming, this episode unpacks the constitutional, political, and institutional fault lines shaping U.S. national security decision-making.
03:37
Senator Rick Scott believes the president has the power to use the military to defend Americans without congressional approval
06:11
The speaker supports voting on authorizing military force for the Iran war and criticizes Democrats for blocking such votes using the filibuster.
16:57
The New York Times has requested a judge to unseal Jeffrey Epstein's alleged suicide note, which was found by a cellmate and sealed in a criminal case.
25:21
Partisan gerrymandering is dangerous and part of the unraveling of civil-rights era legislation
28:04
Gerrymandering is unpopular and persists even if the Supreme Court reverses its decision
38:43
Governor Sherrill says Trump's policies have made the US less safe, raised costs, and hindered nuclear deals with Iran

Chapters

Does the President Have the Final Say on War with Iran?
00:00
Should Congress Vote Before Sending Troops—or Just Pay the Bill?
06:11
Are Florida and Virginia Drawing Fair Maps—or Playing Favorites?
13:59
What Does Epstein’s Sealed Note Reveal About Justice and Secrecy?
19:53
Can Gerrymandering Ever Be Fixed—or Is It Built Into the System?
28:04
How Did the Shutdown End—and Why Is the Fight Over Immigration Still Heating Up?
33:00

Transcript

Rick Scott: Some things happen fast, like a vacuum finding your lost earring, a dog reacting to the word, walk, and settling up with friends. Kaitlan Collins: On the PayPal app. Rick Scott: Send and receive money in seconds. Access your balance to send, ...