War In Iran Ramps Up, Trump Pressured By Gas Prices, Massachusetts Primary Results
Summary
This episode covers escalating US-Iran tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran retaliating against US bases after strikes on Iranian targets. President Trump faces pressure to lower gas prices before the midterms, though experts doubt his Venezuela deal or executive meetings will help soon. Finally, the show analyzes Massachusetts primaries, where incumbent Ed Markey defeated a younger challenger by positioning himself as a progressive, reflecting broader Democratic trends.
Topics discussed
Intro: US-Iran conflict, gas prices, and MA primary
Sponsors: Charles Schwab, Rinse, and Odu
US strikes on Iran and Strait of Hormuz status
Trump's gas price strategy and midterm politics
Massachusetts primary results and Democratic trends
Sign-off and production credits
Sponsors: Mattress Firm and Total Wine
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