About this episode

Senator Rand Paul discusses his efforts to limit presidential war powers and his future political strategies.

The libertarian-leaning Republican discusses his effort to restrain the President’s actions in Iran, and how he would campaign against other G.O.P. Presidential candidates in 2028.

People in this episode

Guest: Senator Rand Paul

Topics covered

• war powers
• politics
• Republican Party
• Iran
• 2028 election

Keywords

• Rand Paul
• Donald Trump
• war powers
• Iran
• G.O.P.
• 2028 election

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: G.O.P.

Places: Iran

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