World News Tonight with David Muir Full Episode: Thursday, March 5, 2026
Mar 6, 2026
Ian Pannell, on-the-ground Middle East reporter, and Martha Raddatz, seasoned military correspondent, break down rising U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. They describe air-to-air combat claims, damage to underground missile sites, and expanded evacuations. Short, urgent updates on battlefield developments and military movements.
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Noem Ouster Tied To Congressional Backlash
- President Trump fired DHS Secretary Kristi Noem after high-profile leadership failures highlighted in congressional hearings.
- Noem's refusal to apologize for labeling two Minneapolis shooting victims as domestic terrorists and a $220 million taxpayer-funded ad campaign starring her crystallized the backlash.
Quick Replacement And New Ambiguous Role
- The White House moved quickly to name Senator Markwayne Mullin as Noem's replacement amid criticism of Noem's tenure.
- The administration also created a vague new post, Special Envoy for the Shield of the Americas, shifting Noem away from DHS responsibilities.
Trump Seeks Role In Iran Succession
- President Trump said he wants a direct role in choosing Iran's next supreme leader and encouraged Iranians to rise up against the regime.
- Trump framed regime change as his objective, warning future presidents shouldn't be left with the problem he aims to resolve.