Political Gabfest Let’s Plunge, New York
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Jun 26, 2025 
Ruth Marcus, a former Washington Post columnist and author, joins Yale Law School's James Forman, an expert on mass incarceration, alongside Stephen Cook from the Council on Foreign Relations. They dive into the implications of Trump's recent bombings in Iran and a pivotal New York Democratic primary win for Zohran Mamdani. The trio discusses a whistleblower's shocking revelations about Trump’s judicial nominees and the ongoing ethical dilemmas within the Justice Department, highlighting the urgent need for accountability in politics.
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Temporary Safety and Risks from Bombing
- The damage to Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities temporarily makes the world safer.
- However, the regime may be incentivized to accelerate weaponization to protect itself.
War Without Authorization Risks Diplomacy
- Bombing Iran without congressional approval is unlawful and unwise.
- Military action without imminent threat makes diplomatic efforts harder and may encourage Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Trump's Informal 'We' in Foreign Policy
- President Trump embraced Israel's military success and incorporated it as 'we' without formal policy process.
- This personalized and informal foreign policy deviates from traditional governance.