The Morning Meeting Trump Slams NYT, Says He's "Totally Destroying" Iran; Hegseth Says New Leader "Likely Disfigured"
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Mar 13, 2026 A fast-paced rundown of U.S. military strategy around the Strait of Hormuz and how to keep oil flowing. Heated debate about Trump’s claims of degrading Iran and questions about Iran’s supreme leader’s condition. Conversations on diplomatic moves by China, Saudi Arabia, and Europe. Domestic politics pop up with shutdown fights, a residency controversy, and weekly winners and losers.
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Why Reopening The Strait Is Militarily Hard
- The Strait of Hormuz remains militarily contested and reopening it is far harder than precision strikes alone suggest.
- Retired Lt. Gen. Clinton Hinote and hosts explain narrow shipping lanes, small-boat swarms, and coastal control make lasting security require seizing or disarming the coast.
U.S. Focus On Degrading Launch Capabilities
- U.S. operations are targeting Iran's launch sites and naval capabilities to reduce attacks on shipping before escorts can resume.
- Pete Hegseth and General Cain indicated the focus is degrading drone/missile launch capability to permit future escorted transits.
Markets Are Being Managed Alongside Military Action
- Washington is running a parallel strategy: military pressure plus market psychology measures to calm energy prices.
- Actions include temporary Russian oil purchases, SPR releases, and insurance/market messaging to prevent price shocks.