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Trump & officials downplay concerns about USS Lincoln

August 18, 2026·42m

Tonight on The Last Word: Donald Trump’s war in Iran drags on with no clear strategy. Also, Trump claims Kim Jong Un treats him with “great respect." Plus, Todd Blanche refuses to pledge the Justice Department’s independence from the White House. And a recent poll finds most Americans say they’re worse off financially under Trump. Rep. James Walkinshaw, Rep. Mark Pocan, Barbara McQuade, and Rep. Brendan Boyle join Symone Sanders.