The Source with Kaitlan Collins

Andrew Jarecki, documentary filmmaker (The Alabama Solution) who used contraband phones to report from inside prisons. John Bolton, former national security advisor and diplomat, analyzing U.S. strategy toward Iran. John Garamendi, Democratic congressman on Armed Services, critiquing Pentagon information-sharing. Kevin Donegan, retired vice admiral, explaining combat search-and-rescue and air combat risks. They discuss the downed U.S. aircraft, rescue efforts, propaganda and political fallout.

A sudden cabinet shakeup dominates the conversation, including why Pam Bondi was pushed out and how that affects Justice Department independence. New acting leadership and the fraught confirmation fight get attention. Fresh intelligence on Iran’s remaining missile and drone capabilities and what that means for U.S. timelines is discussed. Domestic politics and surprising pop culture updates round out the show.

Christiane Amanpour, a veteran international anchor, offers global perspective. She discusses Iran’s nuclear material challenges and surveillance limits. She analyzes regional reactions and the feasibility of seizing enriched uranium. Short, clear takes on international cooperation, military claims, and how allies might respond.

Harry Enten, CNN chief data analyst who breaks down polls and gas-price trends; Pat Ryan, New York congressman and Iraq War veteran focused on troop safety and policy; Brett McGurk, former Middle East coordinator analyzing military objectives. They discuss Trump’s planned Iran address timing, risks in the Strait of Hormuz, timelines for military goals, and political and economic fallout.

Jane Fonda, Academy Award–winning actress and activist, speaks about arts, protests, and free expression. Ro Khanna, U.S. Representative and Armed Services Committee member, discusses congressional oversight and opposing further ground invasions. They cover the Iran strike on a Saudi base, U.S. military posture in the region, political fallout, and clashes over arts funding and civic rights.

Senator Richard Blumenthal, a senior lawmaker on Judiciary and Armed Services, offers national security and legal perspective. David Remnick, Pulitzer-winning New Yorker editor, reflects on war, truth, and political fallout. Barak Ravid, seasoned Middle East reporter, explains Pentagon options, diplomacy stalling, and troop movements. They debate escalation choices, delayed deadlines, and diplomatic roadblocks in quick, pointed discussion.

Jamie Raskin, Maryland congressman on Judiciary oversight, and Maggie Haberman, NYT White House reporter and CNN analyst, dig into Iran fortifying Kharg Island and U.S. troop movements. They discuss White House warnings, Bolton’s bold proposals about oil and holding the island, congressional resistance to ground operations, and the diplomatic and military timelines at play.

Sen. Cory Booker, New Jersey senator focused on justice reform. Brett McGurk, former NSC Middle East coordinator and foreign policy expert. Sen. Bernie Sanders, Vermont progressive leader. They debate DHS funding and ICE reform. They analyze negotiations and military posture with Iran. Sanders raises concerns about artificial intelligence, privacy, and political risks.

Joe (airplane passenger) recounts the LaGuardia runway collision and evacuation. Kareem Sajipour, global affairs analyst, breaks down Iran’s politics and negotiation prospects. Donald Trump, 45th President, discusses claimed talks with Iran, alleged agreement points, sanctions relief and oil sales. Multiple perspectives clash over who is negotiating and the sincerity of the claims.

Scott Perry, Republican congressman and retired Army National Guard brigadier general, weighs in on congressional scrutiny of a massive war funding request. He discusses offsets, who should pay, and tensions between spending priorities and national security. Short takes on energy infrastructure attacks, allies offering to secure the Strait of Hormuz, and political risks tied to rising gas prices.