In Capitol Report After Hours, Tom Dudchik and the panel discuss the CT GOP's first attack ad against Gov. Ned Lamont, kicking off 2026 with a focus on affordability and pizza. Plus, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong formally endorsed Congressman John Larson for reelection to the 1st Congressional District.

Four Democratic candidates vying to represent Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District faced off in a debate Tuesday.

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The Capitol Report team discusses whether or not U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, who is currently 80 years old, should run for another term in the Senate.

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Alex Welz, senior research associate on the Middle East and North Africa at the Heritage Foundation, joined NTD's Steve Lance.

Welz discussed the Iran-backed Houthis' motives in targeting civilians in a series of attacks on Saudi Arabian airports that left at least 14 people, including one American citizen, dead.

He also discussed how Iran, with a degraded economy, can continue supporting the Houthis, and Turkey and Pakistan's agreement to start deterrence measures to support Saudi Arabia. Welz also discussed how the two countries could shape their response to the Houthis based on their mediation of talks between the United States and Iran.

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This week on Capitol Report, Tom Dudchick and the panel look ahead to the 2025 legislative session. Plus, Eversource trims $82 million from capital improvements and blames PURA, and
former Connecticut Sen. Chris Dodd receives the Presidential Citizens Medal from President Joe Biden.

Russia has unleashed another devastating attack on Ukraine, with Ukrainian officials reporting that Russian glide bombs struck residential buildings, killing 12 people, including three children, and injuring 14 others. As the destruction mounts, major new developments involving President Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, Russian nuclear missiles, and suspected sabotage operations across Europe are raising serious questions about where this war is heading.

In David Hookstead's breaking military and geopolitical news update, we break down Russia's deadly glide bomb strikes, Trump's controversial agreement to allow Russian diesel onto global markets, and Ukraine's escalating attacks against Russian oil refineries and energy infrastructure.

Meanwhile, Russia's powerful RS-24 Yars nuclear-capable intercontinental ballistic missile systems are conducting military exercises and moving along patrol routes. Russian intelligence operations are also under renewed scrutiny following reports of attempted sabotage against Danish companies supporting Ukraine.

IN THIS VIDEO:

🇷🇺 RUSSIA'S DEADLY GLIDE BOMB ATTACK: Ukrainian officials report 12 civilians killed, including three children, after Russian glide bombs struck residential buildings.

🇺🇸 TRUMP'S RUSSIAN DIESEL DEAL: President Donald Trump announces an agreement with Vladimir Putin to bring millions of tons of Russian diesel onto global markets as concerns grow about Moscow's war funding.

🔥 UKRAINE STRIKES RUSSIAN ENERGY TARGETS: Ukrainian forces continue targeting Russian oil refineries and energy infrastructure, including facilities deep inside Russian territory.

⚠️ U.S.-UKRAINE TENSIONS: Reports indicate American officials have raised concerns about Ukrainian strikes against Russian energy infrastructure, with intelligence-sharing cooperation potentially at stake.

☢️ RUSSIA'S NUCLEAR MISSILES ON PATROL: Russia conducts strategic missile exercises involving its powerful RS-24 Yars nuclear-capable ICBM systems.

🚨 RUSSIAN SABOTAGE OPERATIONS: Danish intelligence reports attempted Russian sabotage against companies supplying Ukraine, raising concerns about Moscow's hybrid warfare campaign against NATO countries.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
00:59 Russia Kills Civilians
2:56 Russia/Trump Diesel Deal
4:26 Ukraine Strikes Energy Sites
5:17 Negotiations Updates
6:18 Nukes Moved To Patrol Status
7:56 Sabotage Operations
8:48 Reaction

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🚨 BREAKING IRAN WAR NEWS: Iranian rebels are reportedly opening fire on Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as Kurdish resistance forces launch drone attacks against Iranian government positions. David Hookstead breaks down the escalating fighting inside Iran, a reported Houthi ballistic missile attack on Aden Airport in Yemen, and major developments involving American military forces in the Middle East.

🔥 IRAN REBELLION ESCALATES: Iranian Kurdish fighters are reportedly using one-way attack drones against IRGC positions in Kermanshah Province in western Iran. Footage circulating online appears to show intense gun battles between Iranian resistance fighters and government forces, although the footage remains unverified. Fighting is also discussed in southeastern Iran's Sistan and Baluchestan Province.

🚨 AIRPORT UNDER ATTACK: Yemen's Iranian-backed Houthi rebels are accused of launching a ballistic missile attack against Aden Airport. Footage purportedly showing the strike raises new concerns about the expanding conflict in Yemen and the threat posed by Houthi missile capabilities.

⚔️ STRAIT OF HORMUZ EXPLOSIONS: Reports of attacks on commercial shipping are raising fears of another major escalation in the Middle East. Footage released by Iranian forces purports to show vessels engulfed in flames, while the IRGC claims a ship struck a naval mine. The circumstances of these incidents remain disputed.

🇺🇸 U.S. MILITARY UPDATE: Admiral Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), delivers an important update on American military operations, regional security, Iranian threats, and the protection of commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

David Hookstead analyzes the latest Iran war developments, Kurdish resistance operations, IRGC activity, Iranian fighter jets, ballistic missile threats, Houthi attacks, and the growing danger of a wider Middle East conflict.

💬 YOUR TURN: Can Iranian rebels seriously threaten the IRGC and the Iranian government? Could these clashes trigger a larger regional war? Let me know what you think in the comments!

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
00:54 Iran Rebels Open Fire
2:45 Iran Scrambles Jets
4:29 More Ships Bombed
5:41 Houthis Bomb Airport
6:13 Cooper Comments
9:45 Reaction

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Former Delta Force operator David Nielsen speaks with David Hookstead about the reality of war, combat, religion and much more on his second appearance on the podcast.

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Check out the best stories from Delta Force and SEAL Team 6 veterans of the year! Delta Force operators - also known as The Unit - and members of DEVGRU regularly speak with David Hookstead about their experiences in combat.

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David Hookstead talks about Rob O'Neill teasing a big bombshell about the Osama Bin Laden raid.....but also revealing a problem at the same time.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
1:46 Bin Laden Raid Drama Continues
6:12 Rob Admits Recording Exists
9:35 Did Red Shoot The Wife?
11:10 Red Prison Tweet
11:55 Rob Trashes Me
12:52 What Will Happen?

Former Delta Force operator Brian Gilligan talks about getting attacked by a man disguised as a woman.

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🚨 BREAKING: An Iranian religious leader has been stabbed to death as military tensions explode across the Middle East.** David Hookstead breaks down the latest developments inside Iran, including the killing of a prominent cleric, Iranian tanks moving toward the Iraqi border, and fighter jets scrambling as fears of a wider military confrontation grow.

🔥 In this explosive update, David Hookstead examines reports that Iranian cleric Yasser Taheri was killed with a bladed weapon in northern Iran. Authorities are investigating his death, and the motive remains unknown. The killing comes amid reports of growing unrest, attacks on Iranian officials, and increasing pressure on Tehran.

⚔️ Meanwhile, Iranian tanks and armored vehicles have reportedly been spotted near the Iraqi border. Iranian fighter jets are taking flight, ballistic missile testing continues, and air defense activity has been observed over Tehran. Is Iran preparing for a potential American military operation?

🚢 The situation at sea is also escalating. Footage reportedly shows an oil tanker burning in the Gulf of Oman following an IRGC Navy attack, while U.S. Central Command pushes back against Iranian claims about control of the Strait of Hormuz.

💥 Elsewhere in the Middle East, the Houthis claim additional attacks on Saudi military aircraft and equipment, France is reportedly deploying military assets to help protect Saudi oil facilities, and American F-16 fighter jets continue operating in the region.

🇺🇸 With American forces maintaining a significant presence in the Middle East and Iran issuing new threats, the stakes continue to rise.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
00:45 Iran Leader Stabbed To Death
2:21 Ship Bombed
3:06 Iran Missile Tests
4:42 Tanks Moving In
5:12 Mysterious Planes
5:43 Iran Threat
6:04 Houthis Update
7:49 CENTCOM Announcements
9:18 Reaction

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Former Army Ranger Mike Burke speaks with David Hookstead about attempting to join Delta Force but failing selection.

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🚨 BREAKING IRAN WAR NEWS: Iranian regime commanders have reportedly been killed as armed resistance forces continue battling government troops across Iran. David Hookstead breaks down the latest developments in the Iran war, including a U.S. military strike against an Iranian-linked surveillance vessel, escalating attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, and reports that President Donald Trump is considering devastating new military options.

🔥 IRAN'S REGIME UNDER ATTACK: Multiple Iranian security officials have reportedly been killed as resistance fighters push deeper into the country. David Hookstead examines the latest battlefield developments and what the growing insurgency could mean for Tehran's future.

🚀 U.S. MILITARY STRIKES IRANIAN-LINKED SHIP: American forces have released footage of a strike against a vessel accused of helping Iran target U.S. warships. Meanwhile, commercial ships continue coming under attack around the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of an even larger confrontation.

💣 TRUMP'S MASSIVE BOMB OPTION: New reports suggest American military planners are considering the GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast bomb, commonly known as the Mother of All Bombs (MOAB), as part of potential strikes against Iran. Could President Trump authorize another devastating wave of attacks?

⚠️ IRAN PREPARES FOR MORE U.S. STRIKES: Reports indicate Iranian forces are relocating missile launchers, evacuating military positions, and preparing for potential American airstrikes as U.S. military assets continue arriving in the Middle East.

✈️ HOUTHIS CLAIM SAUDI FIGHTER JET DOWNED: Houthi forces claim to have shot down a Saudi Eurofighter Typhoon over Yemen. The claim remains unconfirmed as fighting continues around Taiz.

🇺🇸 TRUMP ADDRESSES THE IRAN WAR: President Trump says the conflict could end soon while insisting Iran will never obtain a nuclear weapon. What happens next?

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro
1:12 Iran Military Leaders Killed
3:02 U.S. Military Opens Fire
4:13 Battle For Hormuz Rages
6:14 Iran Prepares For Major War
8:48 Trump Comments
9:26 Houthis Possibly Shoot Down Fighter Jet
10:58 Reaction

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Former Special Operations CST member Jaclyn "Jax" Scott talks with David Hookstead about what training is like for the Cultural Support Team. Gunfighting and much more is included.

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