Is the U.S. on the brink of war with Iran?

On this episode, The Washington Post’s Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann break down the evolving news on Iran – from trading strikes with Israel to President Trump’s increasing involvement.

The crew breaks down what Trump says he might do, what his endgame is – and whether Israel is luring the United States into a war of its choosing.

Then, Trump’s 2024 financial disclosures have been released – and the President made money from all kinds of ventures, from his golf courses to crypto to signed guitars. Which ones earned him the most money?

00:00 Intro
01:25 Trump considers U.S. involvement in Iran
04:44 Trump tells Tehran to evacuate
06:38 Is Trump an interventionist?
07:37 Is Israel luring the U.S. into a war of its choosing?
11:50 What Trump has said about his plan
14:35 Inside Trump’s inner circle
17:40 Does Congress need to approve military action?
19:51 Congress says don’t forget the War Powers Act
23:31 How Trump made his money in 2024