Mo News Iran Firing On Protesters, As Trump Threatens Action; Federal Reserve Criminal Investigation; 10% Credit Card Interest Cap Proposal; 2026 Golden Globes
11 snips
Jan 12, 2026 Tensions escalate in Iran as protests turn deadly, with reports of live fire on crowds and internet blackouts. The U.S. responds with military strikes against ISIS in Syria while considering options in dealing with Iran. A criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve Chair has been launched. Trump proposes a 10% cap on credit card interest, stirring debate about its potential economic impact. Tributes pour in for Grateful Dead's Bob Weir following his passing, and highlights from the Golden Globes showcase new categories and major winners.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Iran Protests Look Like A Broad Revolution
- Iran's protests have escalated into what many describe as a generation-defining movement against theocratic rule.
- The regime is using internet blackouts, live fire, and surveillance tech to suppress dissent and limit outside verification.
Intervention Could Undercut Protesters' Message
- U.S. policymakers weigh kinetic, covert, and cyber options while fearing any intervention could bolster regime narratives.
- External action risks distracting from protesters' domestic grievances and strengthening government claims of foreign manipulation.
U.S. Strikes ISIS Sites In Syria
- Mosheh and Jill described U.S. strikes on ISIS targets in Syria as a response to a December ambush that killed U.S. personnel.
- They reported about 20 fighter planes striking sites tied to ISIS in a second round of retaliation over the weekend.
