Episode Details

Joe Kent has resigned as the director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center over President Donald Trump's war on Iran. Jackson Proskow explains why Kent says the war is unnecessary, and whom he's blaming for pressuring the U.S. to enter the conflict. Redmond Shannon reports on how Iran is not backing down despite its weakened regime and the relentless attacks from the U.S. and Israel. Eric Sorensen looks at how Trump is finding himself in an increasingly tough predicament as he struggles to find an exit from the war. Heather Yourex-West explains how the war has renewed Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's push for a pipeline to B.C.'s coast. Touria Izri looks at the fears Trump is setting his sights on Cuba after suggesting he could do anything he wants with the country. Mackenzie Gray explains why a new report from the Canada Energy Regulator is raising concerns about the country's ability to meet its net-zero emissions goals. Mike Armstrong reports on the severe storm that left hundreds of thousands of people in Quebec without electricity. Plus, a putt above the rest: Melissa Ridgen introduces you to the self-taught Canadian golfer who swung his way into the PGA Tour.

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