EPISODE · Jul 23, 2026 · 1H 20M

Dire Straits

from The Commentary Magazine Podcast · host Commentary Magazine

Today we are joined by WSJ's Matt Continetti and FDD's Jonathan Schanzer to speculate on Trump's new strategy in Iran after the resumption of strikes last week and Iran and the Houthis teaming up to choke the straits of Hormuz and Bab Al-Mandab, as well as the emerging Saudi nuclear deal. Plus, Vance support slips in favor of Marco Rubio, a check in on the polls in the leadup to the midterm, and Matt recommends The Burroughs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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