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Trump's Iran Policy Draws Bipartisan Criticism Over Economic Risks

4/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces criticism from both left and right over Iran policy.
Conservative Rick Wilson, in a video with journalist Molly Jong-Fast, labeled Trump's approach unstrategic.
He argued blocking oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz causes global economic pain.
Jong-Fast noted warnings about potential economic fallout.
Jong-Fast said there was influence from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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U.S. President Donald Trump faces criticism from both left and right over Iran policy.
Conservative Rick Wilson, in a video with journalist Molly Jong-Fast, labeled Trump's approach unstrategic.
He argued blocking oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz causes global economic pain.
Jong-Fast noted warnings about potential economic fallout.
Jong-Fast said there was influence from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.