About this episode

The episode discusses US military strikes in Iran following the downing of an American helicopter, Bill Gates' testimony regarding Jeffrey Epstein, and a lawsuit concerning an upcoming UFC fight.

The downing of an American helicopter by Iran has prompted President Trump to amp up strikes in the country. Bill Gates answers questions in a closed-door session before the House Oversight Committee over his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. And the upcoming UFC fight on the White House lawn is now the subject of a lawsuit. AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: ABC News

Guest: Bill Gates

Topics covered

• US military action
• politics
• UFC
• Bill Gates
• Iran
• Congress

Keywords

• US strikes
• Iran
• Bill Gates
• Jeffrey Epstein
• UFC fight
• President Trump
• House Oversight Committee

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: House Oversight Committee, ABC News

Places: Iran

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