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Trump's Team Signals Indefinite Strait of Hormuz Blockade

4/16/2026

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On April 15, 2026, Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, said on Fox News that U.S. President Donald Trump could maintain the Strait of Hormuz blockade indefinitely.
Miller said the United States has leverage over Iran.
Miller claimed a military operation could devastate Iran's energy infrastructure.
He noted that Trump prefers a diplomatic resolution.
The blockade would serve as economic pressure and could run as long as necessary.

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On April 15, 2026, Stephen Miller, White House deputy chief of staff, said on Fox News that U.S. President Donald Trump could maintain the Strait of Hormuz blockade indefinitely.
Miller said the United States has leverage over Iran.
Miller claimed a military operation could devastate Iran's energy infrastructure.
He noted that Trump prefers a diplomatic resolution.
The blockade would serve as economic pressure and could run as long as necessary.