A group of Republican senators is threatening to block the confirmation of administration nominees unless the State Department rescinds a ban on US scientific research projects in Israeli settlements in the West Bank.

This article discusses the confrontational exchange between Senator Ted Cruz and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.

The podcast discusses the contrasting situations of Andrew Cuomo and Ted Cruz, with Cuomo facing criticism as his once positive image tarnishes, while Cruz is under fire for taking a controversial trip during a crisis in his state.

Allison, Don, and Noah engage in discussions on Ted Cruz's support for Israel amidst his presidential candidacy announcement, the issue of ex-generals influencing Israeli politics, and the relevance of the Exodus story in modern Israel.