Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast Chris Hayes, Mike Birbiglia | Trump Says "Nobody Knows" if He'll Bomb Iran; Tucker Humiliates Cruz: A Closer Look
Jun 20, 2025
Chris Hayes, the Emmy-winning host of All In With Chris Hayes, discusses the troubling issues of ICE detentions and unpacks the heated exchange between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson about military intervention in Iran. Mike Birbiglia, an Emmy-nominated comedian, shares humorous anecdotes about his stand-up special The Good Life and his father’s candid thoughts on it. The duo also explores the unpredictability of careers in comedy and film, revealing the quirky opportunities that arise in the entertainment industry.
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Trump's 'Massive Mandate' Fizzles
- Trump claimed a "massive mandate" like George W. Bush but it quickly fizzled due to unpopular policies.
- His agenda closely mirrors Bush's disastrous foreign and domestic policies despite promises to the contrary.
ICE Detains Law-Abiding Politician
- Brad Lander, a mayoral candidate, was detained by ICE despite following legal court processes.
- ICE appears to target law-abiding people for spectacle rather than violent criminals in hiding.
Trump Undermines His Own Officials
- Trump-hired officials, like Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, lack influence and respect.
- The administration often isolates and underutilizes key cabinet members due to Trump's distrust.
