The Lead With Jake Tapper

Esper: U.S. not looking to start a war but "prepared to finish one"; Now: WH Officials briefing top Dem, GOP leaders on Iran strike; Trump on threat to hit Iranian cultural sites: "I like to obey the law"; Defense Secy Esper: Soleimani was planning to carry out attack within "days"; U.S. Intel shows Iran moving military equipment, including drones and missiles, over last few days; McConnell has the votes to set impeachment trial rules, could mean no witnesses testify; Sources: Bolton's statement on testifying sent WH scrambling; Sources: Pelosi hasn't told close allies her impeachment plan; McConnell has the votes to start impeachment trial without witnesses, despite Bolton's willingness to talk; GOP Senator: Dems should be careful about wanting witnesses; McConnell has the votes to start impeachment trial without witnesses, despite Bolton's willingness to talk; Sen. Roberts: No reason Bolton can't say something right now; Biden hits Trump in Foreign Poli