2WAY Tonight with Mark Halperin "For Them, It's a War": Trump Says He's Destroyed Iran's Navy as Iran Hits Three Cargo Ships
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Mar 11, 2026 Kevin Sheridan, a longtime Republican strategist, and Matt Bennett, a centrist Democratic strategist and Third Way leader, debate the Iran conflict and its ripple effects. They discuss control of the Strait of Hormuz, risks to global shipping and insurance, how presidential messaging shapes public support, and the political stakes for U.S. leadership and midterm dynamics.
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Strait Of Hormuz Closure Will Prolong The Conflict
- The conflict will likely last weeks because reopening the Strait of Hormuz is complex and unresolved.
- Mark Halperin and guests emphasize the strait's closure reshapes travel, energy, trade routes, and could force major geopolitical pivots like a China summit pivot.
Opening The Strait Is The Core Objective
- Newt Gingrich and guests argue keeping the Strait open is central to avoiding a political and economic defeat.
- They warn prolonged closure would spike oil prices and undermine U.S. credibility globally and domestically.
Secure Shipping With Insurance Plus Credible Security
- The U.S. needs to provide security, insurance, and clear signals to private shippers to restore traffic.
- Halperin notes insurance is easier; the harder task is deploying credible security to convince captains and markets.