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Jon Stewart: Trump's Iran Attack Driven by Netanyahu's Influence

3/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent military actions against Iran prompted Jon Stewart’s podcast to shift from discussing billionaires’ influence on elections to addressing the decision, which he claims Benjamin Netanyahu influenced.
He criticized the potential takeover of CNN by Trump’s allies and predicted CBS-like changes.
Stewart said CNN staff are anxious about a MAGA-style transformation.
He emphasized the meticulous planning behind the attack on Iran, contrasting it with lack of negotiation.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent military actions against Iran prompted Jon Stewart’s podcast to shift from discussing billionaires’ influence on elections to addressing the decision, which he claims Benjamin Netanyahu influenced.
He criticized the potential takeover of CNN by Trump’s allies and predicted CBS-like changes.
Stewart said CNN staff are anxious about a MAGA-style transformation.
He emphasized the meticulous planning behind the attack on Iran, contrasting it with lack of negotiation.