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Do strikes in Syria mark change in Trump foreign policy?

Season 2017 Episode 41 | 25m 04s

Less than 100 days in office, President Trump is facing one the most significant test of his leadership so far. Trump ordered a missile strike against targets in Syria in response to a chemical attack on civilians. It’s the latest in a series of national security challenges this week including missile tests in North Korea. How is the new president being tested?

Aired: 04/06/17
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