Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words Victor Davis Hanson: DHS Shutdown Is All About the Economy, Not ICE
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Mar 20, 2026 A rapid news roundup on Iran’s regional threats, proxy tactics, and limits to striking the U.S. mainland. Discussion of potential military options, European reluctance, and Iran’s internal strain. A deep dive into the political fight over DHS funding, arguing economic disruption is the real aim. Also covers voter ID debates, threats of future prosecutions, and controversies around Chavez and California governance.
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Iran Homeland Drone Threat Is Implausible
- Iran is unlikely to strike the U.S. homeland with long-range drones because U.S. naval forces would detect and destroy any launch platform at sea.
- Victor Davis Hanson cites four attacks by naturalized citizens and Hezbollah links as the more plausible Iran-influenced threats inside the U.S.
Ground Moves Could Starve Iran's Regime
- A U.S. ground operation on Kharg Island or coastal enclaves would escalate the conflict but could choke Iran's oil revenue and create leverage against the regime.
- Hanson describes occupying Karg (Kharg) Island and a coastal corridor as a strategy to cut off pipelines and secure shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz.
Europe Will Watch But Expect To Benefit
- European governments publicly refuse to join a NATO-style mission in the Gulf while privately expecting to benefit if Iran's regional power is reduced.
- Hanson argues Europe fears domestic Muslim backlash and lacks naval assets to contribute materially.