Mark Levin Podcast 3/9/26 - War in Iran: President's Bold Moves and Military Successes
Mar 10, 2026
Chuck DeVore, former California assemblyman and retired U.S. Army lieutenant colonel now at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, discusses military strategy and Operation Epic Fury. He highlights advances in air power and intelligence sharing. Short, sharp takes cover precision targeting, rules of engagement, and rapid campaign planning.
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Operation Epic Fury Achieved Rapid Degradation Of Iran's Military
- Donald Trump framed Operation Epic Fury as a rapid, decisive military success that destroyed Iran's leadership, navy, air force, radar, and much of its missile and drone capacity.
- He claimed B-2 strikes eliminated near-term nuclear capability and said allies like Israel partnered on the opening strikes, shortening the campaign timeline.
Finish Military Goals Then Prevent A Postwar Vacuum
- Mark Levin argued the campaign must be condition-based, not time-based, to avoid creating a post-conflict vacuum that would let another repressive regime emerge.
- He emphasized finishing military objectives then planning post-war governance to prevent a renewed Islamist takeover.
Domestic Risk Grows From Border Policy And Foreign Threats
- Mark Levin warned the Iran conflict magnifies domestic security risks because open borders and Democratic policies allegedly allowed pre-positioned Iranian hit squads and extremists into the U.S.
- He tied recent attacks and border policy to criticisms of Democratic leaders obstructing ICE and law enforcement cooperation.