'Game of chicken': Trump's big blockade gamble could be a BUST

A U.S. naval blockade on Iran's ports is in effect, but experts warn the operation could backfire on the U.S. and its allies. Plus, the president escalates his feud with the Pope as Trump faces backlash for posting an AI image depicting himself as a Christ-like figure. And, the Trump family's crypto venture reportedly faces an investor revolt. Peter Baker, Luke Broadwater, Michael McFaul, Catherine Rampell, Rohit Chopra, Bishop Mariann Buddee, and Max Chafkin join The 11th Hour this Monday night. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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'Game of chicken': Trump's big blockade gamble could be a BUST is an episode from The 11th Hour with Brian Williams by MS NOW.

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This episode was published on Apr 14, 2026.

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