A New Strategy for the War in Iran

A New Strategy for the War in Iran

August 31, 2026 · 50 min · Episode 1182

About this episode

The episode discusses changes in US strategy in Iran, Trump's oil deal with Venezuela, and various political topics including the Michigan Senate race and midterm elections.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Carolina Lumetta discuss the latest changes in US strategy in Iran, President Trump’s oil deal with Venezuela, and the renaming of Lake Ontario. Then, Presidential historian Tevi Troy joins them to discuss the Michigan Senate race and President Trump’s strategy for the midterm elections. Next, they discuss Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s decision to renew her membership in the Democratic Socialists of America and the debate within the DSA concerning whether the organization should support her for president. And finally, they do a preview of the Republican midterm convention to be held in Dallas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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