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CNBC anchor Joe Kernen’s Oval Office interview with Donald Trump was unusually deferential, as Kernen echoed the president’s boasts, fawned over Trump’s wealth and his new Air Force One, and even brought along Kernen’s son, while Trump dodged a focused critique and steered the conversation back to praise.
Rep. Ro Khanna clashed with CNBC host Joe Kernen over the Israel-Hamas war, highlighting the high civilian casualties and calling for a negotiated peace that doesn't involve Hamas. Khanna estimated that attempting to eliminate all Hamas fighters could result in 200,000 to 300,000 civilian casualties, with 50% being children. He also emphasized the need for Israel to diminish its military capability and prevent future attacks. Khanna clarified that Hamas is a terrorist organization and should recognize Israel as a condition for negotiation. The article also mentions the extension of the cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas for two more days.