Impolitic with John Heilemann Jeremy Bash: Point of No Return
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Jun 20, 2025 
Jeremy Bash, former C.I.A. and Pentagon chief of staff, shares his insights on Trump's looming decision about military action against Iran. He delves into the intricate history of Iran's nuclear program and Israel's response. Bash discusses the internal divisions within the Republican Party regarding military strategies and the potential repercussions of Trump's choices. He also critiques Tulsi Gabbard's unconventional attempt to influence Trump through a social media video, adding a layer of political intrigue to the conversation.
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Revealing Iran's Fordow Facility
- Jeremy Bash recalled the moment Israel shared secret photographs of Iran's Fordow nuclear facility in 2009.
- This intelligence revealed Iran's covert nuclear ambitions and shaped U.S. efforts to counter them.
Iran's Nuclear Weaponization Status
- Iran suspended its nuclear weaponization efforts in 2003 but continues uranium enrichment and missile development.
- The U.S. assesses Iran can quickly weaponize if it chooses, heightening the threat.
U.S. Holds Critical Strike Capability
- Israel lacks the heavy bunker-busting bombs needed to destroy deeply buried nuclear sites like Fordow.
- The U.S. holds unique military capabilities essential to striking these fortified targets.