The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer and Pamela Brown

Iran claims it struck down a US fighter jet over its territory, triggering an intense search and rescue effort ... President Trump issues new threats to Iran, threatening to blow up bridges and power plants ... Trump is asking Congress for roughly $1.5 trillion for defense, a 40% increase from last year.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're getting reaction to the president's address last night, including from Iran ... The average cost of gas is now $4.08 a gallon, and some analysts are warning these high prices are just the beginning ... Police release footage from the latest Tiger Woods' arrest after he rolled over his SUV ... Artemis II is orbiting the earth before heading out to the moon.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gas prices soar past $4 a gallon, and there's concern record high prices could be on the horizon if the war with Iran continues ... A malfunction moments after takeoff results in flames erupting from an engine, causing confusion, chaos and fear on a flight to Atlanta ... New poll numbers spell trouble for President Trump's second term and more uncertainty about the midterms.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Some TSA agents are starting to see part of their much-overdue income this morning, but it's still not clear when they'll get all of what they're owed ... Analysts say $7/gallon gas could be a reality if the war with Iran continues into the summer ... We hear for the first time from the flight attendant who was ejected in that deadly Air Canada crash at LaGuardia ... President Trump issues new threats to Iran if a deal isn’t reached ... Pope Leo marks the beginning of holy week with a very strong message to "those who wage war in the name of God.”    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Senate passes a bill to fund DHS and end the stalemate that's crippled many of the nation's airports. But will the House do the same? ... President Trump says he'll hold off on targeting Iranian energy sites for 10 days, but the Israeli defense minister says strikes on Iran will escalate and expand ... The DOJ goes before a judge to defend its seizure of 2020 election ballots in Georgia.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Donald J. Trump, former President of the United States, delivers forceful remarks as he warns Iran to negotiate seriously and outlines military and diplomatic moves. Short segments cover claimed strikes on Iranian assets, a proposed peace framework, nuclear prevention arguments, and shifting to domestic issues like border security and airport chaos. Tension and high-stakes decisions drive the conversation.

About 1,000 paratroopers are preparing for deployment despite President Trump declaring, "This war has been won." Meanwhile, pressure is mounting for Congress to finally end the partial government shutdown that's causing over 60,000 TSA agents to work without pay. Experts warn the situation could pose a serious security risk.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mary Schiavo, former Transportation Department inspector general and CNN transportation analyst, offers a concise mini bio and clear perspective. She discusses aviation safety and NTSB procedures. She examines runway incursion concerns and cockpit voice recorder reviews. Short, focused takes on airport strain and investigative protocols.

Today's show begins as President Trump finishes answering questions on the tarmac in West Palm Beach before flying to Memphis. He gave a pretty optimistic assessment of where things stand with Iran right now. Earlier in the day, he said that the US has had "very good and productive conversations with Iran regarding a complete and total resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East." Our coverage begins with White House correspondent Kevin Liptak.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brett McGurk, CNN Global Affairs Analyst and former U.S. diplomat, offers frontline knowledge on the Iran war and regional strategy. He discusses military timelines and Strait of Hormuz risks. The conversation also covers how escalating Gulf strikes ripple through oil markets and the resulting surge in gas prices.