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Politics & Policy

Political roundtable: Iran, Pope Leo, the Hungary election and the midterms

We dig into the week's big headlines -- US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump's attacks on Pope Leo, Orbán's defeat in Hungary and the 2026 midterms.

Air Date: April 14, 2026 12:00 pm

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Donald Trump speaking at a podium, with Pete Hegseth standing beside him.
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Some Pa., Del., N.J. lawmakers call for invoking the 25th Amendment in response to Trump’s Iran threat and deadline

Some members of Congress from the Greater Philadelphia area are calling for the invocation of the 25th Amendment to have President Donald Trump removed from office.

2 weeks ago

gas prices at a Philly gas station
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‘Ridiculous, absurd’: Philadelphia-area gas prices top $4 a gallon for the first time in 4 years

Stanford University researchers estimate rising gasoline prices will cost American families an extra $850 this year, zeroing out any expected tax refunds.

3 weeks ago

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President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Trump addresses the nation on Iran

President Trump's speech had a clear goal: convince increasingly skeptical Americans that the war in Iran is worth fighting.

Air Date: April 2, 2026 12:00 pm

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A missile is displayed in a permanent exhibition at a recreational area as minarets of a mosque are seen at rear, in northern Tehran, Iran, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

What’s next for the war with Iran?

President Trump is postponing strikes on power plants and claims productive negotiations are under way. However, Iranian officials are telling a different story.

Air Date: March 24, 2026 12:00 pm

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Iran protesters hold up signs in Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

Iran war protesters in Philadelphia target McCormick, Fetterman, demanding end to conflict

Demonstrators said they are concerned about the human and financial costs of war overseas while Americans struggle at home.

1 month ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Will the war with Iran fracture the Trump coalition?

Some prominent MAGA voices are calling Trump's decision to go to war with Iran a betrayal. The isolationist vs. interventionist debate on the Right.

Air Date: March 16, 2026 12:00 pm

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Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., speaks during a campaign event at the Load Rite Trailers manufacturing facility in Fairless Hills, Pa., Monday, Sept. 17, 2018.
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Philly-area House members vote on Trump’s Iran war powers along party lines

U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Bucks County, joined other House Republicans in voting against limiting President Donald Trump’s war powers in Iran.

2 months ago

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side-by-side photos of John Fetterman and Dave McCormick
Politics & Policy

Pa. Sens. Fetterman, McCormick vote against effort to rein in Trump on Iran war

U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., was the only Democrat in the Senate to vote against scaling back the war in Iran.

2 months ago

President Donald Trump stands
Politics & Policy

As Congress weighs Trump’s Iran war powers, here’s where Philly-area lawmakers stand

A spokesperson for U.S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Bucks County, said the congressman was “still reviewing the text” of the war powers resolution.

2 months ago

People watch as smoke rises on the skyline after an explosion in Tehran, Iran
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

US and Israel attack Iran

The United States continues to ramp up military action against Iran after attacks over the weekend killed the Supreme Leader and sparked retaliation from the regime.

Air Date: March 2, 2026 1:00 pm

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A woman cries as she mourns the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Politics & Policy

Where things stand after the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran

The first U.S. military deaths have been reported. Other deaths have been confirmed in Israel and Gulf nations.

2 months ago

People hold signs in Philadelphia protesting war in Iran
Politics & Policy

Philadelphia protesters condemn U.S. military attacks on Iran as some Iranian Americans in the region express hope

While dozens protested at City Hall, members of the group Philly Iranians said they are “concerned” for family members in Iran and “hopeful” that the regime will fall.

2 months ago

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People watch as smoke rises on the skyline after an explosion in Tehran, Iran
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware Democrats in Congress decry U.S. attacks on Iran: ‘Americans do not want war’

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman joined Sen. Dave McCormick and other Republicans in praising “Operation Epic Fury," which comes after weeks of tension with Iran.

2 months ago

Smoke can be seen in the background of the downtown skyline in Tehran after an explosion
Politics & Policy

What to know about U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran

Two Israeli officials told The Associated Press that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in the strikes.

2 months ago

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