America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost IRAN WAR DAY 12: Strait of Hormuz CRISIS, NO END IN SIGHT | America First Ep. 1655
Mar 12, 2026
A breakdown of the Strait of Hormuz crisis and how mine and missile attacks have disrupted global energy flows. Coverage of U.S. retaliatory strikes and continued Iranian escalation. A political read on changing Republican stances—from mass deportation plans to new immigration limits. Discussion of polling showing strong MAGA support for strikes and what that means for future right‑wing politics.
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Strait Of Hormuz Is The First Line Of Economic Warfare
- Nicholas J. Fuentes argues closing the Strait of Hormuz is Iran's immediate and effective response to war, creating a global energy crisis.
- He cites Iran mining the strait, striking tankers and infrastructure, and the US tapping strategic reserves to blunt the shock.
No Clear US Strategy Prolongs The Conflict
- Fuentes contends the US went into conflict with Iran without a clear plan or achievable objectives.
- He says initial goals—quick strikes, regime toppling—failed and left the US unsure how to proceed as Iran continues asymmetric attacks.
MAGA Base Now Drives Support For War
- Fuentes highlights polling that MAGA Republicans are the demographic most supportive of strikes on Iran, up to 90% in some polls.
- He frames this as betrayal of early MAGA anti-war principles and as boosting war legitimacy because Trump leads it.