Counterterrorism Center Director Resigns Over Iran War | Balance of Power: Late Edition 03/17/2026

“Balance of Power: Late Edition” focuses on the intersection of politics and global business. On today’s show, Former US Ambassador to Israel under the Biden administration Thomas Nides calls Iran’s regime “dangerous” and says he hopes the US and Israel are aligned in their objectives in the region. Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka says ship fuel costs have more than doubled in recent weeks amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Representative Jim McGovern (D-MA) shares his reaction to President Trump claiming he’ll have the honor of taking Cuba. (Source: Bloomberg)