Trump: If I Had To Do Iran Again I Would Do Exactly As I Did
The short version
- Trump: I don't believe in the word "regret." Q: Any regrets about Iran?
- Trump: I don't believe in the word "regret." pic.twitter.com/cia03v2rvz — Clash Report (@clashreport) September 11…
- The Fox show host had posed to the president, "If we hadn’t done Iran, you would be cruising to midterms victory right now" - and made reference to high gas prices.
- Trump replied: "supposing we were cruising, and all of a sudden Iran has a nuclear weapon.
- They would use it." Explaining that he doesn't believe in "regrets" and that he has none especially about launching the Iran war, Trump asserted: "If I had it to do again…
The story
An interesting moment from Thursday night's Lara Ingraham exclusive with President Trump...
Q: Any regrets about Iran?
Trump: I don't believe in the word "regret."
Q: Any regrets about Iran?
— Clash Report (@clashreport) September 11, 2026
Trump: I don't believe in the word "regret."pic.twitter.com/cia03v2rvz
Trump even commented to Ingraham that he would make the same decisions all over again if he had a chance.
The Fox show host had posed to the president, "If we hadn’t done Iran, you would be cruising to midterms victory right now" - and made reference to high gas prices.
Trump replied: "supposing we were cruising, and all of a sudden Iran has a nuclear weapon. They would use it."
Explaining that he doesn't believe in "regrets" and that he has none especially about launching the Iran war, Trump asserted: "If I had it to do again, I would do exactly what I did."
He further argued that if Iran had a nuclear weapon, its leaders wouldn't hesitate to "wipe out" Israel and the Middle East, and could go so far as to hit American cities.
In a separate brief interview with the press this week, President Trump was asked about reports that Vice President Vance and Secretary State Marco Rubio warned him of the possibility that the Iran conflict could persist for the remainder of his term...
Reporter: Is it possible that the Iran war will last the rest of your term?
— Clash Report (@clashreport) September 11, 2026
Trump: No. There’s not even a chance of that. pic.twitter.com/lUwxW9iiOL
Trump vehemently denied that there's so much as a chance of this, but didn't actually explain how he intends to wind down the war in a way favorable to the US and White House policy. Or in other words, the American public still awaits words on a realistic exit strategy.
On going into Iran "full" - Trump did underscore that the midterm elections makes this a bad idea. His administration has also repeatedly said there won't be boots on the ground in Iran.
Was this a quiet part out loud moment?
Ingraham: "Even the neoconservatives are saying, 'If you'ge going to go in [to Iran] just go in full.'"
— J (@jasonllevin) September 10, 2026
Trump: "Well, maybe I don't do that because of the election." pic.twitter.com/ZEXtZv1jsI
Among the most interesting parts of the interview came when he was asked about the young men in MAGA who are angry over the Iran war:
Q: What do you say to all the young men who supported you in 2024?
Trump: They still do.
Q: Some of them are demoralized.
Trump: I don't think they're demoralized. I think they're very proud of the fact I'm not letting Iran have a nuclear weapon.
President Trump, when asked about the millions of demoralized young men who voted for him in 2024: “I don't think they're demoralized. I think they're very proud of the fact I'm not letting Iran have a nuclear weapon.”
— AF Post (@AFpost) September 11, 2026
Follow: @AFpost pic.twitter.com/e0YEsKYfXA
Trump earlier this week insisted of Iran's position in the conflict, "I don’t know that they’re gonna be able to hold out," Trump said. “But it’ll get settled after the elections. Or maybe sooner. But it’ll get settled right after the election."
The reference to it'll "get settled" could have ominous meaning. It suggests Trump could ether escalate against Tehran dramatically, or else there could be the opposite: de-escalation. The world will find out within a couple months.
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The Story At A Glance
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- • Trump refuses to express regret regarding military actions against Iran.
- • He asserts that preventing an Iranian nuclear weapon is a necessity to protect American cities and the Middle East.
- • The President suggests the conflict will be settled shortly after the upcoming midterm elections.
The administration is facing political pressure regarding gas prices and the potential longevity of the Iran war. Trump is balancing military objectives with the need to maintain momentum for the Republican party during the election cycle.
Christian Perspective
Trump's refusal to regret decisive action aligns with the biblical principle of strength and the duty of leaders to protect their people from existential threats. While the destruction of life is a heavy burden, preventing a nuclear catastrophe is a moral necessity to preserve order. The focus remains on national survival rather than the political whims of globalist critics.
Implications
This stance prioritizes American security and the protection of the domestic hearth over the interests of foreign entities. It reinforces the idea that a leader's primary mandate is the preservation of the nation's biological and political integrity. Success in this conflict will solidify the strength of the American state against hostile actors.
Broader Trends
The tension between the administration and the neoconservative wing shows a shift toward a more pragmatic America First foreign policy. It highlights the ongoing struggle to move away from endless entanglements that serve foreign interests rather than our own. This reflects a broader movement to reclaim national sovereignty from globalist interference.
Takeaway
Americans must support decisive leadership that prioritizes the safety of our citizens and the stability of our economy. We should reject the guilt-driven rhetoric used by the media to undermine our national strength. True peace is found through strength and the unwavering protection of our borders and interests.
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