Intensifying strikes, hostage relative speaks out, House Speaker drama

Israel conducts “large-scale strikes” on Hamas, as 300,000 troops amass near the Gaza border, according to the Israeli military. Former Director of National Intelligence James Clapper joins to discuss what’s likely to be happening behind the scenes, and what could happen next. Plus, Laura Coates speaks with a dual US/Israeli citizen, who says five of her relatives have been kidnapped from a Kibbutz by Hamas. And, Rep. Steve Scalise is picked as the GOP Speaker nominee, but struggles to lockdown votes to win the gavel. Also tonight: The FBI and DHS warn of potential safety concerns around places of worship in the US after the attacks in Israel, and, what the Israel-Hamas war means for US allies. For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast 'Tug of War: Attack on Israel'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices