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Retired Generals Criticize Trump, Warn Missile Strain After Iran Attack

7/30/2026

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Former Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.), commentator Ben Parker, and retired Rear Adm. John Kirby held a discussion about the U.S. intercepting an Iranian attack.
They said President Donald Trump’s response drew criticism and claimed Pentagon silence and White House inconsistency are eroding public trust.
They warned that continued conflict could strain U.S. missile stockpiles while Iran persists in threatening shipping and noted that defending Strait of Hormuz is challenging.

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Former Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling (Ret.), commentator Ben Parker, and retired Rear Adm. John Kirby held a discussion about the U.S. intercepting an Iranian attack.
They said President Donald Trump’s response drew criticism and claimed Pentagon silence and White House inconsistency are eroding public trust.
They warned that continued conflict could strain U.S. missile stockpiles while Iran persists in threatening shipping and noted that defending Strait of Hormuz is challenging.