Morning Wire Evening Wire: Trump’s NATO Win & Autopen Testimony | 6.25.25
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Jun 25, 2025 President Trump secures a significant NATO concession, raising defense spending targets to 5% by 2035. The podcast also delves into U.S. airstrikes on Iran and their effects on Gaza, alongside a political figure's Nobel nomination. Legal challenges surrounding Trump's funding freeze to Harvard are examined, alongside the alarming issue of missing migrant children. Additionally, it covers a teenager's indictment for murder, a fitness influencer's arrest, and growing concerns about AI's role in education.
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NATO's Major Defense Spending Shift
- NATO has raised its defense spending target to 5% of GDP by 2035, more than doubling the previous 2% goal.
- This marks a significant shift towards stronger collective defense against threats like Russia.
Trump on Iran Airstrike Impact
- Trump disputed a leaked report claiming Iran's nuclear facilities could recover quickly after US airstrikes.
- He stressed the destruction was total and underground, backed by Israeli inspections.
Trump's Nobel Peace Prize Nomination
- Congressman Buddy Carter nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
- He praised Trump's actions as bold moves preventing escalation and promoting global stability.