The Hugh Hewitt Show: Highly Concentrated

President Trump returns to discuss Operation Freedom and more

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May 5, 2026
Justice Neil Gorsuch, U.S. Supreme Court justice and children's author of Heroes of 1776, discusses teaching civic courage. Salena Zito, political columnist and profile writer, talks about Thomas Tull, media responsibility, and industrial revival. President Donald Trump, 45th President, outlines Operation Freedom, Iran strategy, China relations, Venezuela/Cuba options, and national security priorities.
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ADVICE

Insist On Nuclear Renunciation And Return Of Uranium

  • Trump sets hard red lines for any deal with Iran emphasizing no nuclear weapon and return of highly enriched uranium.
  • He also demands caps on missiles and intrusive inspections and warns against continued proxy support to Hamas and Hezbollah.
INSIGHT

Trump Calls NATO A Paper Tiger In Crisis

  • Trump criticizes NATO and European partners for insufficient support during the Iran skirmish.
  • He argues U.S. had been shouldering disproportionate NATO costs and calls the alliance a 'paper tiger' when not present in crises.
ANECDOTE

Trump on Attempt On His Life And Media Reaction

  • President Trump recounts reactions to the assassination attempt and media coverage, refusing to 'walk off' to avoid amplifying the story.
  • He also criticizes Nora O'Donnell for focusing on the shooter's manifesto and calls it 'nonsense.'
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