Summary:
The article examines the limited ability of Washington to restrain President Trump’s military actions against Iran, noting that strikes have proceeded while Congress debates war powers. It highlights the contrast between insider political discussions in Washington and low public support for the conflict, questioning whether voters can influence the situation.
Main Topics Covered:
- U.S. military strikes on Iran under Trump
- Congressional debate over war powers
- The disconnect between Washington politics and public opinion on the war
- The role of American voters in influencing foreign policy
Why Washington can’t stop Trump on Iran
Trump has launched strikes on Iran while Congress debates war powers.
Inside the Washington bubble, we look inside the chaos shaping the US-Israeli war on Iran, from celebrations at DC power dinners and the Secretary of State admitting US defense of Israel to the Epstein files fading from public view. With low popular support for the war, can American voters do anything to stop it?
In this episode:
- Patty Culhane (@PattyCulhane), Al Jazeera English Correspondent
Episode credits:
This episode was produced by Marcos Bartolomé, Sari el-Khalili, and Catherine Nouhan, with Spencer Cline, Tuleen Barakat, Maya Hamadeh, and our host, Malika Bilal. It was edited by Alexandra Locke. Special thanks to James Hamilton.
Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhem. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer.
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