Morning Wire Evening Wire: Colbert’s Network Feud & A Forbidden Nuclear Test? | 2.18.26
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Feb 18, 2026 A clash over broadcast rules and a high-profile TV personality's dispute with a network. Seismic data and a State Department claim raise questions about a possible banned nuclear test. Military movements near Iran and rising geopolitical tensions make for tense coverage. A surprise MMA matchup between Gina Carano and Ronda Rousey caps off the headlines.
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Lake Tahoe Avalanche Tragedy
- As many as nine people were feared dead after a massive Lake Tahoe avalanche that struck near Frog Lake on Castle Peak.
- Six survivors sheltered for 10 hours before being found amid an ongoing winter storm.
U.S. Military Buildup Near Iran
- The U.S. has massed a large naval and air force in the Middle East as talks with Iran stall and pressure builds.
- Officials warn kinetic action could come within weeks as diplomacy and military posture play out.
Alleged Chinese Nuclear Test Raises Stakes
- The State Department claims seismic data suggests China conducted a prohibited nuclear test, reviving concerns about treaty enforcement.
- President Trump said the U.S. would resume testing on an equal basis if needed while seeking new arms agreements with China and Russia.