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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 1H 22M

Ceasefire Tensions and Political Showdowns

from The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown · host Tyra Miller

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US-Iran ceasefire still holds despite clashes near the Strait of Hormuz, as the US launches “Project Freedom” to protect commercial shipping amid rising tensions and energy prices. The episode also covers Middle East developments involving Iran, Israel, and the UAE; US political updates including key primaries and a California debate preview; a Secret Service shooting in Washington, DC; and a DOJ subpoena battle tied to the 2020 election. Additional stories include a VA investigation, a new youth AI safety initiative, wildfire suspect updates, and an interview with the trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the US-Iran ceasefire still holds despite clashes near the Strait of Hormuz, as the US launches “Project Freedom” to protect commercial shipping amid rising tensions and energy prices. The episode also covers Middle East developments involving Iran, Israel, and the UAE; US political updates including key primaries and a California debate preview; a Secret Service shooting in Washington, DC; and a DOJ subpoena battle tied to the 2020 election. Additional stories include a VA investigation, a new youth AI safety initiative, wildfire suspect updates, and an interview with the trainer of Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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