About this episode

Matt Continetti discusses Trump's comments on Iran's leadership, maritime tensions, and the implications for democratic governance, along with a recommendation for the NFL draft.

It's Thursday, and Matt Continetti is back to discuss Trump's comments on the fractured leadership structure in Iran, the maritime standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, the removal of the Secretary of the Navy, and what current races herald for the future of democratic governance. Plus, Matt recommends tonight's NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Matt Continetti

Topics covered

• Iran leadership
• maritime standoff
• U.S. Navy
• democratic governance
• NFL draft

Keywords

• Trump
• Iran
• Strait of Hormuz
• Secretary of the Navy
• NFL draft
• democracy
• leadership

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Places: Iran, Strait of Hormuz

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