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Iran & Your Calls

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Iran & Your Calls

Matt Gagnon discusses the political fallout from President Trump’s strike on Iran’s Fordow nuclear site, noting the ongoing assessment of damage and Iran’s potential to rebuild. He highlights the ideological diversity within the Republican Party, contrasting it with the Democratic Party’s uniformity. Gagnon references a study on political ideologies, emphasizing the Republican Party’s internal debates on issues like foreign policy. He critiques the lack of congressional authorization for military actions, citing historical precedents and constitutional arguments. Gagnon also notes the divided reactions among MAGA supporters, with some supporting the strike and others opposing it, illustrating genuine ideological disagreements within the Republican base.

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