Daniel Davis Deep Dive Iran Vows to Bring US & Israel to Their Knees /Patrick Henningsen & Lt Col Daniel Davis
Mar 17, 2026
Patrick Henningsen, investigative journalist known for foreign policy and geopolitical analysis, joins to unpack Iran-US-Israel tensions. They discuss Joe Kent's resignation and alleged Israeli influence. They debate Trump’s messaging, allied reluctance in the Strait of Hormuz, and whether strikes aim for regime change. They also cover Iranian public morale, internal U.S. divisions, and humanitarian costs.
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Senior Intelligence Resignation Exposes Pro-War Influence
- Joe Kent resigned from ODNI saying he cannot support the ongoing war with Iran and accused Israeli influence and U.S. media of manufacturing an imminent-threat narrative.
- Patrick Henningsen says Kent represents a silent pro-military, anti-war majority and will become a high-profile whistleblower pressed by media.
Optics Can't Fix Strategic Missteps
- Patrick Henningsen argues Trump's public recasting of motives won't erase the administration's strategic miscalculations like underestimating Iran's ability to close the Straits of Hormuz.
- He cites Ipsos polling showing war approval near 25 percent, the lowest since Vietnam, amplifying political fallout.
Allies Were Sought As Political Shields
- Henningsen says Trump sought European naval support to share political risk, not because Europe was necessary militarily, and that Israel should have led if the mission were truly theirs.
- He warns dragging allies in would expose them to Iranian reprisals and dilute U.S. responsibility.