Episode 17 kicks off with President Biden's diplomatic efforts in the Middle East amid the Gaza conflict, exploring challenges and outcomes. It then shifts to U.S.-Mexico trade tensions, analyzing proposed tariffs and their economic effects. The designation of Temporary Protected Status for Lebanon is discussed, highlighting its importance for Lebanese nationals in the U.S. Listeners get Thanksgiving travel updates, including a weather advisory. Fred Christian shares holiday safety tips for a secure season. The episode wraps up with Secretary of Defense Austin's message on military priorities and morale.

(0:00) Welcome and introduction

(0:22) President Biden's Middle East diplomacy and Gaza conflict

(2:48) U.S.-Mexico trade tensions and proposed tariffs

(5:23) Lebanon designated for Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

(6:49) Thanksgiving travel updates and weather advisory

(9:18) Holiday safety tips with Fred Christian

(12:12) Secretary of Defense Austin's message to service members