Topic: Air Combat

Representative Martha McSally of Arizona provides the Republican response to the President, using her background as the first female combat pilot to call for an aggressive strategy against ISIS. McSally emphasizes her military experience in Iraq and Afghanistan while urging the administration to provide global leadership. The hosts critique her "militaristic tone" and compare it to other political figures.

A theory is proposed that Metrojet Flight 9268 may have been accidentally shot down during the "Blue Flag" military exercise involving the U.S., Israel, Greece, and Poland. The hosts note the proximity of the flight path to the drill area and discuss the history of accidental military shootdowns of civilian aircraft.

An analysis of President Obama's speech on Iraq reveals a highly precise, rhythmic cadence designed for emotional impact. While the President stated that U.S. forces will not have a "combat mission," the hosts argue that "advisors" on the ground are effectively engaged in combat. The strategy relies on air power and equipping local partners to fight ISIL.