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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 15 MIN

Trump is amassing a large fleet near Iran. Here’s what’s at stake.

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Tensions with Iran are escalating as U.S. forces continue to build up in the region. The Wall Street Journal’s Alex Ward breaks down a new option that President Trump is weighing against Tehran. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former prince, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct while in public office. Fiona Hamilton of The Times of London joins to discuss why. A proposed rent-control law in Massachusetts has local Democrats. The Wall Street Journal’s Jared Mitovich explains why lawmakers in the state are at odds. Plus, Trump’s new “Board of Peace” met for the first time, a federal advisory commission approved plans for the new White House ballroom, and a big night for Team USA on the ice. Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.

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