Hegseth calls US-Iran war a 'courageous and historic effort'
Joel Pollak, opinion editor for California Post, defended President Donald Trump's handling of the Iran war on Fox News, describing it as a 'courageous and historic effort.' He argued that Trump prioritized national interest despite political costs, drawing comparisons to Ronald Reagan's presidency.
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California Post opinion editor Joel Pollak defended President Donald Trump's handling of the Iran war Friday, arguing that Americans will eventually appreciate his decisions despite the political fallout from the midterm elections.
Speaking on Fox News' "Life, Liberty & Levin," Pollak said Trump had fulfilled his campaign promises by confronting Iran and securing the U.S. border, even when those decisions carried political consequences.
"Trump had a responsibility that he took seriously to do what was in the national interest," Pollak said. "Sometimes being president means you have to make those tough decisions."
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