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Trump’s Iran rhetoric faces scrutiny as Congress returns

Season 2026 Episode 75 | 5m 00s

Democrats in Congress tried unsuccessfully to limit President Trump’s war powers in Iran. While Republicans blocked the move, it highlights an issue to take up when Congress returns from recess. There is growing concern among Democrats and some of the president’s allies over the language he has used this week, including "a whole civilization will die." Lisa Desjardins reports.

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