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63rd annual March on Washington | Fed Chair Warsh on inflation & interest rates | Iran War hits 6-month mark| Pres. Trump creates U.S. Space Academy

Aug 28, 2026 · 59m

Summary

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Walsh warns that inflation remains too high, sparking market speculation about potential rate hikes. The episode marks six months of U.S. conflict with Iran, featuring analysis on the Strait of Hormuz blockade and economic sanctions. Additionally, thousands march in Washington to defend voting rights following a Supreme Court decision, while President Trump visits NASA to announce a new Space Force Academy.

Topics discussed

Introduction and headlines: March on Washington and Space Force March on Washington 63rd anniversary: Defend the Vote rally Yolanda Renee King reflects on MLK's legacy and the relay of freedom Congressional Black Caucus addresses voting rights restrictions Fed Chair Kevin Warsh speaks at Jackson Hole on inflation and policy Analysis of Warsh's speech: Forward guidance and market reaction Immigration surge and Rep. Al Green's criticism in Houston GOP nominee Michael Watley on border policy and Biden's tenure Nashville airport to be named in honor of Dolly Parton Six months into US-Iran war: Trump's claims vs. reality Expert analysis: Economic warfare and regional instability in Iran Sen. James Lankford visits Ukraine and discusses independence Trump awards medals to Artemis II crew and announces Space Academy Sen. Cruz on commercial space growth and SpaceX investment Norway's King Harald V dies at 89; reflections on his life
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