CNN 5 Things Trump Rates Iran War, House Subpoenas AG, Sea Level Dangers and more
Mar 4, 2026
Coverage of the US-Israel conflict and a presidential assessment of the Iran fighting. Lawmakers push subpoenas and probes tied to high-profile investigations. A new nomination shakes up Washington amid scrutiny. A Nature study warns coastlines face far more sea level rise than previously estimated.
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Trump Calls Iran War A Major Success
- President Donald Trump framed the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran as a major success, rating the opening days "a 15 out of 10."
- Afoma Dike reports over a thousand killed and that Pentagon briefings contradicted Trump's claim of an imminent threat to U.S. forces unless Israel attacked first.
Senate Blocks War Powers Check
- The Senate rejected a bill requiring President Trump to get congressional approval for future military action against Iran.
- Rand Paul joined Democrats to advance it, while John Fetterman sided with Republicans to block it, and the House may vote next day.
Oversight Subpoenas Pam Bondi Over Epstein Files
- The House Oversight Committee voted 24 to 19 to subpoena former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi about her role in the release of Jeffrey Epstein files.
- Critics say the files were overly redacted, prompting demands for greater transparency.