Fetterman Breaks With Democrats on Iran War — ‘We Must Finish This’

As tensions escalate in the Iran conflict, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) joins Michael for a candid and high-stakes conversation about war powers, nuclear threats, and political divisions in Washington. Fetterman explains why he’s breaking with most Democrats to support authorizing military force against Iran, arguing the U.S. must act decisively to prevent a nuclear-armed regime. Michael and Fetterman debate the legal, political, and moral implications of the War Powers Act, the looming congressional deadlines, and whether partisanship is shaping national security decisions. With a fragile ceasefire, rising casualties, and questions about America’s next move, this episode dives into one of the most consequential foreign policy debates facing the country today. Original air date 20 April 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.