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How will the U.S. respond to North Korea’s nuclear war?

Season 2018 Episode 6 | 21m 13s

Tensions escalated between the United States and North Korea this week after U.S. intelligence agencies assessed North Korea has successfully miniaturized a nuclear warhead that could fit on a missile capable of reaching Chicago. The panelists discussed the options being considered to de-escalate the standoff.

Aired: 08/11/17
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