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Bob Corker’s conflict with Trump, the consequences of decertifying the Iran deal, Google’s radical-idea factory, and more
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Trump vs. Corker: Tennessee Senator Bob Corker worries that the U.S. “could be heading towards World War III” thanks to irresponsible comments from President Trump. The friction between the president and his former key supporter escalated over the weekend, with Corker describing the White House as “an adult daycare center” and asserting that senior officials are “trying to contain” Trump. Though the feud might seem petty, Corker’s criticism points to real dangers—not only to international relations, but also to America’s constitutional order. With most Republican senators distancing themselves from the conflict, James Fallows explains why it’s time for Corker and his colleagues to act.

Trump is expected to take the first with ballistic missile development and other activities; yet undermining the deal to international security and limit the U.S. ability to in Iran. Meanwhile Javad Zarif, the foreign minister of Iran, for why his country’s activities shouldn’t be seen as bad behavior.

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