Interview Only: Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA), covering domestic policy, foreign affairs, bipartisan cooperation, and political leadership.

Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown. Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA), covering domestic policy, foreign affairs, bipartisan cooperation, and political leadership. Here's a structured summary of the key topics and insights: 🇺🇸 Domestic Policy & California 🔹 National Guard Deployment in California • Rep. Khanna criticizes President Trump’s decision to send 1,400 National Guardsmen and 1,700 Marines to Los Angeles. • Emphasizes that local law enforcement is capable of handling unrest. • Condemns violence and property destruction but calls the federal response an overreach. 🔹 Immigration & Sanctuary State Debate • Supports deportation of violent undocumented individuals after due process. • Advocates for a path to legalization for law-abiding, tax-paying undocumented workers. • Cites Trump’s own past support for such a policy and urges bipartisan cooperation. 🌍 Foreign Policy & War Powers 🔹 Iran & Israel • Khanna co-sponsored a War Powers Resolution with Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) to prevent unauthorized military escalation with Iran. • Criticizes both Democratic and Republican administrations for unconstitutional military actions (e.g., Iraq, Libya, Yemen). • Believes diplomacy—not bombing—is the path to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. • Supports Obama’s JCPOA (Iran nuclear deal) and calls for its revival with stronger terms. 🔹 On Trusting Iran • Acknowledges Iran’s hostile rhetoric but supports Reagan’s “trust but verify” approach. • Emphasizes the effectiveness of international monitoring (IAEA) over military intervention. 🧠 Bipartisanship & Political Reform 🔹 Areas of Left-Right Agreement Money in Politics 1. : Advocates banning super PACs and limiting billionaire influence. Prescription Drug Prices 2. : Supports Trump’s executive order to lower drug costs; introduced bipartisan legislation. Endless Wars 3. : Calls for reducing military spending and focusing on domestic priorities. 🔹 TikTok Ban • Opposes banning TikTok; supports regulating it to ensure American ownership and data security. • Emphasizes the economic impact on 1.5 million U.S. content creators. 🔹 Fantasy Sports Ban in California • Strongly opposes proposed ban. • Criticizes Democrats for alienating young men with such policies. 🗳️ Political Commentary 🔹 Zorin Mamdani’s Victory Over Andrew Cuomo • Sees it as a sign that voters care most about cost of living and economic issues. • Urges Democrats to focus on affordability, jobs, and AI-driven economic growth. 🔹 Socialism & Electability • Acknowledges Mamdani’s socialist label and AOC endorsement. • Encourages taking good ideas from all sides while rejecting extreme rhetoric. • Advocates for a unifying, pragmatic approach to politics. 🧭 Leadership & Future Ambitions • Khanna emphasizes the need for: 1. Independent voices who call out both parties. 2. Economic leadership in the AI era. 3. National unity over partisanship. • • While not declaring any gubernatorial or presidential ambitions, he positions himself as a centrist reformer focused on practical solutions.

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