Mark Halperin on Trump, Iran, and the Midterm Earthquake
Michael Smerconish and Mark Halperin break down the confusion, contradictions, and political fallout surrounding Trump’s Iran strategy — from nuclear negotiations and the Strait of Hormuz to whether the president is heading toward a historic win or an Obama-style replay. Plus: midterm warning signs for Republicans, and key races in Texas, Ohio, and California. Original air date 6 May 2026.
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Michael Smerconish and Mark Halperin break down the confusion, contradictions, and political fallout surrounding Trump’s Iran strategy — from nuclear negotiations and the Strait of Hormuz to whether the president is heading toward a historic win or an Obama-style replay. Plus: midterm warning signs for Republicans, and key races in Texas, Ohio, and California. Original air date 6 May 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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