US strikes Iran again as Tehran retaliates; Kirk murder suspect heads to trial
Sep 2, 2026 · 10m
Summary
This episode covers escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, with Tehran retaliating against new American strikes and President Trump warning of further attacks. In domestic news, Sen. Ed Markey wins re-election in Massachusetts, while a Utah judge allows prosecutors to seek the death penalty in the Charlie Kirk murder trial. The Lindsay Clancy jury remains deadlocked, lawmakers demand an investigation into DHS surveillance of journalists, and the USS Abraham Lincoln crew finally receives a port visit after a prolonged deployment.
Topics discussed
Intro: US-Iran strikes, Charlie Kirk trial, Lindsay Clancy update
Iran retaliates against US strikes; Trump warns of harder hits
Ed Markey wins MA primary; calls for Trump impeachment
Charlie Kirk killer faces trial; death penalty allowed
Lindsay Clancy jury deadlocked; resumes deliberations
Lawmakers probe DHS secret journalist data requests
USS Abraham Lincoln crew gets rare port visit in Thailand
Upcoming headlines: Tiger Woods, Dolly Parton tribute
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