Aaron MacLean
Senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and host of School of War, providing national security analysis and interviewing experts on geopolitics and military affairs.
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Apr 3, 2026 • 54min
Trump Says We’re ‘Winning’ in Iran. It’s More Complicated.
Aaron MacLean, a former U.S. Marine and national security analyst, breaks down the conflict in Iran and U.S. options. He discusses the Strait of Hormuz closure, military and economic targets, feasibility of raids and seizures like Kharg Island, risks of escalation, and how politics and resources shape strategy. Short, sharp, and focused on the big operational questions.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 1h 14min
The U.S. at War | Interview: Aaron MacLean
Aaron MacLean, a senior fellow at the Hudson Institute and host of the School of War podcast, dives deep into Trump's foreign policy coalition. He identifies four factions shaping his approach, from traditional Republicans to MAGA populists. Discussing the tension around support for Ukraine, he contrasts populist and isolationist views. MacLean also highlights the implications of modern defense technology and the U.S.'s engagements in the Caribbean, stressing the importance of historical memory amid current geopolitical strategies.
