The Megyn Kelly Show Trump Teases Next Iran War Phase, Judge Reverses Migrant Policy, Artemis II Launches | AM Update 4/2
Apr 2, 2026
Breaking developments on a potential next phase of military action against Iran with a hinted timeline. A federal court orders reinstatement of legal status for thousands admitted via a migration app. NASA achieves a milestone with Artemis II launching on a record‑setting crewed mission beyond low Earth orbit.
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Trump Signals Intensified Phase Against Iran
- President Trump announced Operation Epic Fury has inflicted severe damage on Iran's military and promised a sharper phase over the next two to three weeks.
- He threatened simultaneous strikes on Iran's electric generating plants if no deal emerges and said oil targets were spared to avoid total collapse.
Public Opinion Largely Opposes The Iran War
- Polling shows majority public opposition to the war with sharp splits: 59% oppose overall while 28% support.
- MAGA Republicans remain supportive (79%) while independents and non-MAGA Republicans largely oppose.
Strait Closure Drives U.S. Gas Price Spike
- The conflict disrupted Strait of Hormuz traffic and pushed U.S. national gas averages above $4 per gallon.
- Megyn Kelly noted economic fallout has dragged Trump's approval on handling the economy to 31% in a CNN poll.