About this episode

This episode covers the headlines for May 05, 2026, including Trump's actions regarding Iran, threats to public access TV, and issues surrounding the First Amendment.

Headlines for May 05, 2026; Trump’s War on Iran & Strait of Hormuz Crisis Reveal “Limits of American Imperial Power”; “Assault on the First Amendment”: Dem. FCC Commissioner on Megamergers & Trump Targeting Kimmel, ABC ; Public Access TV at Risk: Cable Giants Threaten to Cut Funds for Local Stations Across U.S.

Topics covered

• Trump's War on Iran
• Strait of Hormuz Crisis
• First Amendment
• Megamergers
• Public Access TV
• Local Stations Funding

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