Trump Calls Iran Talks 'Last Chance' as Senate Backs Todd Blanche
Summary
President Trump confirms ongoing talks with Iran to avoid military escalation while criticizing record oil profits and considering firing DC U.S. Attorney Janine Pirro. Senators Cornyn and Tillis now support Attorney General nominee Todd Blanche after he rescinded a controversial fund. The Senate prepares to vote on a continuing resolution to avert a shutdown amid tensions over the filibuster. The episode also covers key 2026 primary races in Michigan, Ohio, New Hampshire, and Maine.
Topics discussed
Introduction and headlines overview
President Trump on Iran talks and Strait of Hormuz
Trump criticizes record oil company profits
Anti-weaponization fund and Reflecting Pool vandalism
Military Spouse Commission and Todd Blanche nomination
Senate agenda, CR vote, and filibuster debate
Cyclospora deaths and Kay Granger obituary
Michigan Senate primary: El-Sayed and James
Ohio Senate primary: Husted and Brown
New Hampshire Senate primary and election monitors
Maine Governor race and closing remarks
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