It’s better to cross the finish line before celebrating

The David Pakman Show - June 17, 2026

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Donald Trump praised his potential Iran agreement, despite the fact that it only commits to future talks rather than a final deal. The proposal offers sanctions relief and economic access while granting Iran more nuclear flexibility than the Obama-era accord.

Multiple videos from the G7 summit showing Donald Trump appearing out of sync with other world leaders have gone viral. There is a sharp contrast between how critics treat these moments versus the intense scrutiny previously aimed at Joe Biden.

During a G7 photo session, Donald Trump appeared visibly distracted. He later claimed that Qatar shares a direct land border with Iran, despite the two being separated by the Persian Gulf.

Also at the G7, Trump blamed Democrats for inflation and threatened to bomb Iran if talks fail. He also insulted Barack Obama and made a bizarre comment about falling "deeply in love" with Egypt's president.

Megyn Kelly pressed JD Vance on what recent military strikes against Iran actually achieved and why key Epstein records remain classified. The debate also centered on war powers and the White House’s defense that the conflict wasn't a "full-scale war."

A multimillion-dollar reflecting pool renovation has turned bright green due to severe algae growth. CNN reports that testing revealed high phosphate levels, turning the costly cleanup efforts into a public symbol of Trump's mismanagement.

During a tense appearance on The View, JD Vance clashed with co-hosts Ana Navarro, Whoopi Goldberg, and Joy Behar while defending Donald Trump over his past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and his conflicting statements on inflation.

Finally, Amy Action, former director of the Ohio Department of Health and Democratic nominee for Governor of Ohio, joins us to discuss the campaign.

On today’s bonus show:

Some Republicans are angry that Trump may end the Iran war, Trump's pick loses in the Georgia gubernatorial primary, a poll shows many don't believe America will last another 250 years, and much more...

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