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Lichtman Live #271Newly obtained video is revealing the scale of an Iranian attack on a major U.S. military base in Kuwait—and raising new questions about what the Pentagon knew about the danger facing American troops.The footage, obtained and authenticated by CBS News, shows Iranian ballistic missiles and drones striking Camp Buehring, with explosions and damage to buildings and military equipment. Witnesses also reported Iranian aircraft during the attacks.The attack placed significant pressure on U.S. forces at the base. CBS News reports that soldiers ran critically low on .50-caliber ammunition and that more than 100 troops who remained at the installation ultimately withdrew into the Kuwaiti desert. One service member described the attack bluntly: “They hit us bad.”The Pentagon declined to comment on the newly obtained footage, instead pointing to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s earlier statements that the military had moved the vast majority of American personnel away from bases vulnerable to Iranian fire.A Pentagon inspector general report has also documented extensive Iranian strikes on U.S. military facilities across the region, including significant equipment losses and damage.On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines the new footage, what it reveals about the Iran war, the experience of U.S. troops on the ground, and the questions it raises about the Pentagon’s handling of the conflict.How much did the public know about the attacks on U.S. bases—and what did Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth know?🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Trump #iran #iranwar #politics #LichtmanLive

Lichtman Live #270 President Donald Trump sparked controversy at a campaign rally in Nebraska after making remarks about Iran potentially “taking out” Los Angeles and San Diego while discussing the costs of the ongoing U.S.-Iran war. Trump said, “They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego,” before describing the potential cost as a “small price to pay.” The comments immediately drew criticism from California officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom and the mayors of Los Angeles and San Diego. But what exactly did Trump mean? The context of the remarks has generated competing interpretations. Trump did not explicitly call on Iran to attack the cities, and reporting notes that it was unclear whether he was speaking literally, referring to the potential consequences of the war, or making another point about Iran's capabilities. The White House defended the remarks by pointing to Trump's argument about the potential threat posed by an Iranian nuclear capability. On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines Trump's comments, the reaction from California officials, the broader U.S.-Iran conflict, and what this extraordinary exchange could reveal about the administration's approach to the war. What did Trump mean when he said Iran could “take out” Los Angeles or San Diego—and what are the implications? 🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history! 📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join Order Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X 📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/ 👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/ Find all of our links here! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman #Trump #iran #iranwar #politics #LichtmanLive

Lichtman Live #269 Renee Good’s family is taking legal action over her fatal shooting by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in Minneapolis. On October 1, 2026, her family filed two civil lawsuits against the federal government, the officer involved, and other Trump administration officials. One lawsuit alleges wrongful death and negligence, while the other alleges civil rights violations and a broader conspiracy involving federal officials. The allegations will be addressed through the legal process, and the defendants’ responses and the court proceedings will shape what happens next. The case raises significant questions about the use of force by federal immigration agents, government accountability, civil rights, and the ability of families to seek justice when a loved one dies during a federal enforcement operation. On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines the lawsuit, the legal and political implications, and what this case could mean for accountability within federal immigration enforcement. Will Renee Good’s family get their day in court—and what could this case mean for the future of ICE accountability? 🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history! 📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/join Order Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X 📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/ 👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/ Find all of our links here! 🔗 https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman #Trump #iceshooting #imigration #justice #LichtmanLive

Lichtman Live #268Former special counsel Jack Smith testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee, defending the investigations and indictments he brought against President Donald Trump.In his opening statement, Smith said his investigation had developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt that Trump engaged in criminal activity. He also said he would have pursued the same case regardless of whether the president were a Republican or Democrat.Smith’s two federal cases against Trump focused on efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election and the retention of classified documents after leaving office. Both cases were ultimately dismissed after Trump returned to the presidency.The Senate hearing comes amid Republican scrutiny of Smith’s investigations, including allegations that his team abused its authority and improperly targeted Republicans. Smith rejected those allegations and defended his investigative decisions.On Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman breaks down Jack Smith’s testimony, what the former special counsel says his investigations uncovered, and what this congressional showdown means for the ongoing political and legal battle surrounding Donald Trump.What exactly did Jack Smith say he proved—and what happens next?🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Trump #jacksmith #corruptionexposed #trumpindictment #LichtmanLive

Lichtman Live #267President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are meeting in Washington as the United States and China navigate a relationship defined by both cooperation and intense strategic competition.With trade, artificial intelligence, Taiwan, critical minerals, Iran, and technology at the center of U.S.-China relations, the Trump-Xi summit raises a larger question: Can two global superpowers coexist without their rivalry escalating into conflict?Xi's Washington visit is the first in more than a decade, and both governments have emphasized the need for stability even as significant disagreements remain. At their May 2026 summit, Trump and Xi agreed to pursue a “constructive relationship of strategic stability.”In this episode of Lichtman Live, Allan Lichtman examines what the Trump-Xi meetings could mean for the future of U.S.-China relations, global power competition, trade, technology, and the risk of conflict between the world's two largest powers.What happens when two superpowers compete for influence—but still need each other?🔔 Subscribe for more sharp insights on politics and history!📅 LIVE Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern on YouTube!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyQx8dGfgcQ4WUhrKP0ORlQ/joinOrder Great American Presidents Here: https://www.amazon.com/Great-American-Presidents-Transformed-Presidency/dp/161088731X📚 Order Conservative at the Core here: https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268210304/conservative-at-the-core/👕🫏Check out Dr. Lichtman’s Merch Shop!🐘🧢 https://allan-lichtman.printify.me/Find all of our links here! 🔗https://linktr.ee/allanlichtman#Trump #China #xijinping #communism #LichtmanLive