Israel, Hezbollah Renew Ceasefire After Conflict Nearly Derailed U.S.-Iran Talks
20/06/2026 | 1h 30 mins.
The new Air Force One is a luxury jet donated by the government of Qatar and is expected to enter service soon. What CNN is learning about how the military made sure this foreign plane was safe for the president. Plus, it’s the first day on the job for Trump’s controversial pick for acting director of national intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
White House Defends Iran Agreement Amid Criticism
19/06/2026 | 1h 30 mins.
New CNN reporting about secret proposals between the United States and Iran as the two sides officially begin 60 days of negotiations. These plans go beyond the agreement President Trump officially signed last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
U.S. Releases Official Text of 14-Point Agreement with Iran
18/06/2026 | 1h 25 mins.
Confusion and frustration on Capitol Hill after President Trump forced his own pick for director of national intelligence to skip his confirmation hearing today. Plus, with Americans struggling under the weight of the highest inflation in three years, today the Federal Reserve decided not cut interest rates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Five Charged in Alleged Plot Against White House UFC Fight
17/06/2026 | 1h 29 mins.
Five men are in custody after the FBI said it foiled a plot to attack the UFC fight night event at the White House on Sunday. The plan allegedly included using a drone to drop explosives and snipers to hit high-value targets in the ensuing panic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
VP JD Vance Joins to Discuss Iran Agreement
16/06/2026 | 1h 33 mins.
As questions mount about what exactly is in the Iran agreement, Vice President JD Vance joins to try and clear up any confusion. Plus, former Vice President Mike Pence also joins to share his reactions to the breaking news out of Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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