5/19/26: Trump Calls Off Iran Attack After Military Warning, MAGA Mom Says Trump Abandoned Her
May 19, 2026 · 44m
Summary
Krystal and Saagar analyze President Trump’s postponed Iran attack, arguing it stems from military warnings about Iranian resilience rather than diplomatic progress. They discuss dire new polling showing Trump’s approval at record lows due to high gas prices and war opposition, including dissent from base supporters. The episode also features an interview with Pennsylvania congressional candidate Chris Rabb and covers AI backlash at commencements.
Topics discussed
Intro, ads, and show announcements
Show overview and new YouTube channel launch
Analysis of Trump's Iran attack and military risks
Diplomatic stalemate and oil market impacts
Trump's rhetoric, regime change, and sanctions
Caller Janet: A Trump voter feels betrayed
Polling data: Trump's approval and war support
Economic fallout, gas prices, and closing ads
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