Steve Deace Show Is the Iran War Going to CRASH the Economy? | Guest: Jill Savage | 3/6/26
Mar 6, 2026
Jill Savage, former Blaze colleague and Deace Group regular, returns to weigh in on politics and culture. She and the panel debate whether the Iran conflict could splinter Trump’s coalition. They also examine possible economic fallout, oil strategy, and long-term shifts like the petro-yuan. The conversation mixes hardball geopolitical strategy with cultural critiques and blunt predictions.
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Iran War Risks Splitting MAGA Coalition
- The Iran campaign risks fracturing Trump's coalition because it contradicts his ‘‘peace candidate’’ messaging and previous promises.
- Jill Savage notes campaigns of “we're not going to go to war” contrast with current offensive, creating bait-and-switch resentment among voters.
Duration Determines Political Fallout
- The Iran operation's political effect depends on duration and headlines; short success muffles dissent, prolonged conflict erodes support.
- Panelists stress initial military gains may hold approval, but months of conflict risk alienating young male voters.
Oil Spike Is The Fastest Economic Shock
- Rising oil prices from $63 to ~$91 per barrel quickly transmit into economic pain and election vulnerability.
- Aaron McIntyre highlights crude futures moving sharply in a month as the direct mechanism hitting voter pocketbooks.