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President Trump updates on 'Operation Epic Fury,' stating the U.S. military has 'absolutely obliterated' Iran's military capabilities over three weeks. He claims to have wiped out their navy and air force, most of their missiles and launchers, and factories producing drones and missiles. He asserts that Iran is 'begging to make a deal' due to their decisive defeat.
Steve Wooduff details diplomatic efforts with Iran, noting their refusal to meet U.S. objectives regarding nuclear enrichment, stockpiling, and missile capabilities. He highlights Iran's possession of enough enriched material for 11 atomic bombs and their strategy of stalling for a 'weaker president.' He presents a 15-point action plan for peace, emphasizing 'peace through strength.'
Pete Hexath praises President Trump's courage in stopping the Iranian terror regime, noting that Iran's military has been 'so quickly and effectively neutralized.' He criticizes the media for its 'hate Trump' bias and for not accurately reporting the success of the operation, drawing parallels to past media coverage of the Iraq War. He highlights over 10,000 enemy targets destroyed and the death of Iran's Navy commander.
Treasury Secretary Scott explains how the U.S. economic strength has enabled the military mission. He states that Iran is fighting a two-front war, military and economic, and that the U.S. has systematically cut off Iran's financial lifelines. Domestically, he notes the strong U.S. economy, restored purchasing power for American workers, and increased tax refunds due to signature policies.
President Trump discusses the success in reducing border crossings to 'zero' for nine months, eliminating large caravans that previously poured into the country. He contrasts this with the 'open border policy' under Biden. He also argues that cities like Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles could be made safer by deploying the National Guard, citing examples of reduced crime in Washington D.C., New Orleans, and Memphis.
President Trump criticizes various political figures and highlights what he perceives as incompetence and corruption. He mentions California Governor Gavin Newsom's railroad project as being 'hundreds of times over budget' and the Federal Reserve building renovation costing astronomical amounts compared to his own projects. He uses a Sharpie pen as an analogy for cost-effectiveness and practicality, contrasting it with expensive, dysfunctional government-issued pens.
President Trump addresses questions about diverting munitions from Ukraine to the Middle East, stating it is common practice. He discusses the high death toll in the Ukraine conflict and his efforts to mediate. He expresses disappointment in NATO allies and others for not assisting in the Iran operation, questioning their commitment to collective defense despite U.S. financial contributions to their security.
President Trump touches on the U.S. relationship with Venezuela, stating it has been profitable for the U.S. and beneficial for Venezuela's oil revenue and economy. He jokes about potentially running for president in Venezuela due to his popularity there. He defends ICE agents, stating they have a tough job removing 'murderers' and individuals from mental institutions who entered through open borders. He criticizes 'dirty cops' and politicians in Minnesota for alleged fraud.
President Trump criticizes Democrats as a 'party of insanity' and 'chaos,' accusing them of harming the country with policies like open borders and men in women's sports. He boasts about his support among Hispanic voters due to his immigration policies. He also challenges the cognitive fitness of political opponents, citing his own multiple successful cognitive tests and claiming that past presidents like Obama and Biden were not intelligent or capable of leading.