Is Trump "manifesting" end to Iran war?

About this episode

The episode discusses the conflicting signals regarding peace talks for the Iran War and recent protests in Tennessee over a new congressional map.

On tonight’s Nightcap: Questions remain on the status of peace talks for the Iran War, as the U.S. and Iran give conflicting signals. Then, more protests erupt in Tennessee after Republicans unveil a new congressional map that could flip the state's only Democratic district. Plus, Trump defends his ballroom as Republicans in Congress seek one billion dollars to enhance security as part of the East Wing overhaul. Symone Sanders Townsend hosts as Akayla Gardner, Daniella Diaz, John Harwood, and Nayyera Haq join The 11th Hour this Wednesday night.

People in this episode

Host: Symone Sanders Townsend

Guests: Akayla Gardner, Daniella Diaz, John Harwood, Nayyera Haq

Topics covered

• Iran War
• peace talks
• Tennessee protests
• Republican congressional map
• Trump security funding

Keywords

• Trump
• Iran
• peace talks
• Tennessee protests
• Republicans
• congressional map
• security funding

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Republicans

Places: Tennessee, U.S., Iran

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