Overview
- Michael Wolff said on his Daily Beast podcast that Trump aides are panicked about the Iran war and “literally do not know what to do.”
- Wolff argued Trump ignored lessons from Ukraine about modern warfare, which he said weakens U.S. strategy in Iran.
- Reporting in the coverage says attempts to reach a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz have failed, with Iran seen as willing to wait for better terms.
- Both outlets link the conflict to higher gas and energy prices that are squeezing household budgets and souring public opinion.
- Wolff said Trump plays down the crisis by telling staff things are fine, even as advisers privately acknowledge a serious problem.