Podcast:The Young Turks Published On: Tue Feb 17 2026 Description: The Trump administration is reportedly preparing for a sustained conflict with Iran, signaling a potential long-term military posture in the region. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces backlash from pro-Israel critics after referring to Israel’s actions in Gaza as a genocide. Rep. Thomas Massie calls the Trump government the "Epstein Administration" and Nancy Mace slams the DOJ over its handling of the Epstein files. Thanks to Shopify and Zip Recruiter for today's episode: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/tyt Just go to this exclusive web address right now to try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE: ziprecruiter.com/tyt Hosts: Ana Kasparian, Cenk Uygur SUBSCRIBE on YOUTUBE ☞ https://www.youtube.com/@TheYoungTurks FOLLOW US ON: FACEBOOK ☞ https://www.facebook.com/theyoungturks TWITTER ☞ https://twitter.com/TheYoungTurks INSTAGRAM ☞ https://www.instagram.com/theyoungturks TIKTOK ☞ https://www.tiktok.com/@theyoungturks 👕MERCH ☞ https:/www.shoptyt.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices