Michael Smerconish Defends Trump on CNN — And the Internet Explodes
Michael opens with an unexpected weekend golf win before diving into the CNN commentary that sparked major backlash online. He breaks down Trump’s controversial Iran remarks, rising gas prices, strategic ambiguity over Taiwan, and whether Americans would accept pain at the pump to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Plus, listener calls, angry social media reactions, and a debate that cuts across party lines. Original air date 18 May 2026.
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Michael Smerconish Defends Trump on CNN — And the Internet Explodes
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Michael opens with an unexpected weekend golf win before diving into the CNN commentary that sparked major backlash online. He breaks down Trump’s controversial Iran remarks, rising gas prices, strategic ambiguity over Taiwan, and whether Americans would accept pain at the pump to stop Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Plus, listener calls, angry social media reactions, and a debate that cuts across party lines. Original air date 18 May 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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