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Laura Coates Live
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Dive deep into the latest on US-Iran tensions, Trump's economic strategies, and exclusive insights from the legendary Spike Lee on politics and AI in Hollywood!
May 2, 2026
It’s deadline day for Trump’s war with Iran as the Pentagon tries to call timeout to prevent a make or break action from Congress. Plus, a stunning move out of Louisiana where the governor has now suspended elections to allow for a new Republican-drawn midterm map.
May 1, 2026
Wednesday’s opinion, written by Justice Samuel Alito with the dissent from the court’s three liberals, will make it much harder for voters of color to challenge redistricting plans that allegedly dilute the political power of minority communities.
Apr 30, 2026
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo of seashells officials said threatened President Donald Trump, marking the administration’s second attempt to prosecute one of his biggest political opponents, three sources first told CNN.
Apr 29, 2026
Prosecutors reveal their case against the man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump. Plus, President Trump called for ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel after he jokingly called first lady Melania Trump an “expectant widow” during a White House Correspondents’ Dinner skit on his show last week.
Apr 28, 2026
US military officials are developing new plans to target Iran’s capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz in the event the current ceasefire with Iran falls apart, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.
Apr 24, 2026
President Trump said there is “no time frame” for the conflict with Iran and rejected suggestions that political considerations are influencing his approach. Earlier, his spokesperson said the president doesn’t view Iran’s assertion that it seized two ships in the Strait of Hormuz as a violation of the ceasefire.
Apr 23, 2026
President Trump said he extended the ceasefire with Iran until peace talks have ended — despite his prior vow not to prolong the truce. He said the US would continue to blockade Iranian ports, which Iran’s foreign minister previously said amounted to an “act of war.”
Apr 22, 2026
US President Donald Trump said the ceasefire with Iran ends “Wednesday evening Washington time,” adding it’s “highly unlikely” he would extend it if a deal is not reached before then.
Apr 21, 2026
US President Donald Trump says he may not extend the ceasefire with Iran if negotiations fail. He also warned the US would secure Iran’s nuclear material “in a much more unfriendly form” if no deal is reached for its peaceful transfer. He earlier expressed confidence that both sides are close to a deal.
Apr 18, 2026
