The Hugh Hewitt Show: Highly Concentrated The Iran Dilemma
Feb 20, 2026
Seth Mandel, commentary writer on allied cooperation and basing. Vic Matus, Washington Free Beacon commentator on regional and cultural beats. Daniel Runde, CSIS advisor on post-conflict stabilization. Jim Talent, former senator on strategy and legal authority. Tom Cotton, senator on deterring Iran. Chip Roy, Texas congressman and AG candidate. They debate timelines, deterrence, basing, coalition dynamics, and post-strike rebuilding.
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Imminence Of Conflict With Iran
- Hugh Hewitt argues war with Iran looks imminent given the military buildup and presidential warnings.
- He believes Iran must capitulate on missiles and uranium or face sustained strikes.
Chip Roy's Personal And Professional Backstory
- Chip Roy recounts his background as a federal prosecutor, cancer survivor, and constitutional lawyer shaping his AG campaign.
- He frames the AG role as vital to defend Texas from ideological and security threats.
Follow The Money Behind Protests
- Selena Zito advises journalists and activists to 'follow the money' behind protests to uncover non-organic funding and influence.
- She warns participants should know who sponsors disruptive movements before aligning with them.
