13 Mar 2026
39m

Trump’s Iran Clusterf*ck War Is The Ultimate Epstein Distraction

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The Lincoln Project

The episode centers on the escalating conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, arguing that the Trump administration's handling of the situation is deeply flawed and leading to a potential disaster. It highlights the accidental bombing of a girls' school by a U.S. Tomahawk missile, the administration's initial denial and subsequent delayed admission, and the broader strategic missteps. The podcast claims the U.S. is depleting its missile stockpiles while Iran employs inexpensive countermeasures, such as sea mines and drones, to contest the Strait of Hormuz. The analysis suggests that Russia is benefiting economically from the conflict due to rising oil prices, while U.S. allies in the Middle East are increasingly frustrated, and the Republican Party is in panic.

Outlines

Part 1: Context, Conflict, and Controversy

Part 2: Military Incompetence, Strategic Failures

Part 3: Geopolitical Impact, Exit Strategy

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