The Next Level LIVE: Trump Extends Civilian Annihilation Threat For Two Weeks

The hosts argue that the 10-point plan with Iran is a severe defeat for American interests. It grants Iran administrative control and monetization rights over the Strait of Hormuz, lifts US sanctions, and provides 'guarantees' against US and Israeli attacks, all without addressing Iran's nuclear program, ballistic missiles, or funding of terrorist proxies. This outcome is seen as a complete surrender of US leverage.

The deal includes: America and Israel not attacking Iran again; a permanent end to the war; Israel exiting Lebanon; all US sanctions lifted; Iran reopening and imposing a $2 million toll per ship on the Strait of Hormuz, establishing its own rules for passage, and using fees for reconstruction instead of reparations. Crucially, it omits any mention of nukes, ballistic missiles, or funding of terrorist proxies. JVL states, 'America gets literally, so far as I can tell, nothing.'

Reporting suggests that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Mossad leaders presented a highly optimistic, yet 'farcical,' plan to Trump for regime change in Iran. This presentation, which included a video of potential new leaders, aimed to persuade Trump into a joint US-Israeli military campaign, despite US intelligence deeming the scenarios unrealistic.

Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan's reporting details Netanyahu's 'hard sell' to Trump on February 11th, suggesting Iran was 'ripe for regime change' via a joint US-Israeli mission. They showed a video of potential new leaders and outlined conditions for 'near certain victory,' including destroying ballistic missile programs in weeks and fostering rebellion. However, the CIA director described these scenarios as 'farcical.'

Jared Kushner's presence and influence in high-level Situation Room meetings concerning the Iran conflict are highlighted as a profound example of corruption. His lack of security clearance, previous denial of such, and extensive financial dealings with key regional players (like Saudi Arabia) create severe conflicts of interest during sensitive national security discussions.

Tim Miller points out that Jared Kushner was present in the Situation Room meeting with Netanyahu, despite not having a security clearance (and having been denied one previously) and having 'financial dealings with multiple players in the war,' including taking 'three billion dollars from the Saudis after he left office last time.' Sarah adds that 'Saudi Arabia's interests be represented in that room.'

The current Israeli government's behavior, particularly its actions in the region and its perceived interference in US politics, is causing a significant decline in American public opinion towards Israel. This shift, especially among Democrats and independents, suggests a potential re-evaluation of the long-standing special relationship.

Sarah Longwell states, 'Israel's choices are driving us away.' Tim Miller notes that 'there's been massive backlash in America over the way that Israel's prosecuted their war.' A Pew poll indicates that 'Americans views of Israel some very to somewhat unfavorable is now up to 60%,' with a 'dramatic' drop in opinion, particularly among Democrats and independents.

The hosts express outrage over the Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division investigating Cassidy Hutchinson for alleged perjury. They argue this is a politically motivated attack, given that Hutchinson's testimony was based on secondhand information and many Trump loyalists have made more egregious false statements without consequence.

Tim Miller highlights that the Civil Rights Division of the DOJ is 'investigating Cassidy Hutchinson over alleged perjury' based on her recounting what 'somebody told her' about Trump's actions in the car. He contrasts this with 'blatant lies' from figures like Pam Bondi and Cash Patel who have not faced similar investigations.