Pod Save America Trump Celebrates High Gas Prices
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Mar 13, 2026 They tackle the human and military costs of the war with Iran and how it is driving oil prices. They unpack confusing presidential messaging that claims victory and celebrates rising gas costs. They examine GOP politics from mass deportation chatter to the push for the SAVE Act and rising Islamophobia. Lighter moments include tech missteps, DEI depositions, and an odd story about shoe size.
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No Clear Strategy or Reality Check in Iran War
- The administration lacks a coherent strategy in the Iran war and messaging has been chaotic, making victory undefined after major strikes and casualties.
- Dan Pfeiffer highlights aides afraid to give Trump bad news, leaving him operating from false facts and amplifying risks to U.S. security and economy.
Strait Of Hormuz Risks Trigger Severe Oil Shock
- Closing the Strait of Hormuz could push oil to $140 per barrel and gas over $5 per gallon, creating serious economic shock.
- Jon Favreau notes limited tools left: SPR releases barely dent prices and export controls or naval escorts offer only partial, short-term fixes.
Young Men Are Deserting Trump Over Broken Promises
- Young men who helped shift Trump in 2024 are turning against him over broken promises on affordability and avoiding wars.
- Pfeiffer says prices, immigration, and war were key reasons for fence-sitters; Trump has now raised prices and started multiple conflicts.