Iran’s Naval Surge Ends at the Bottom of the Sea plus Liberal Lawmaker’s Talks w Cuba Raise Serious Red Flags

The Ben Ferguson Podcast · May 8, 2026 · 31m · transcript

1. 🇺🇸 U.S.–Iran Conflict Escalation Iran attacked three U.S. Navy destroyers in the Strait of Hormuz using missiles, drones, and small boats. The U.S. claims: All incoming threats were intercepted successfully No damage to U.S. ships Retaliatory strikes destroyed Iranian military targets (launch sites, command facilities, etc.) President Trump: Described the response as decisive and warned Iran to quickly agree to a nuclear deal Emphasized Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons Called the strike a “love tap” but warned of stronger force if needed Despite the clash, officials…