Israel is in turmoil. Mass protests flood the streets, calling for Netanyahu’s resignation. His critics say he’s clinging to power by keeping the war machine running. He’s dismissed top security officials, pushed through judicial overhauls, and doubled down on military aggression. The longer the conflict drags on, the more it serves his political survival. But what happens when Washington gets pulled deeper into the mess?
In D.C., the push for war never stops. The usual voices, from think tanks to defense contractors, are eager to escalate tensions with Iran. War is good business for them. It’s the average American who pays the price. Every time Washington gets entangled in another foreign conflict, it’s American families who end up with soaring costs, shrinking savings, and fewer opportunities for prosperity.
The Trump administration is under pressure. Netanyahu and his allies are pushing hard, wanting a strike on Iran that would solidify their military dominance in the region. They want the U.S. to do the heavy lifting, but the consequences would be catastrophic for America. Iran is not a weak, isolated state—it has the means to retaliate in ways that could cripple global markets and send shockwaves through the U.S. economy.
Here’s what a war with Iran would really mean. Crude oil, now hovering around $70 per barrel, could easily soar past $200. The Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s oil passes, would become a war zone. Iran has the capability to strike key Gulf oil infrastructure, including Saudi Arabia. The result? Market panic on a scale unseen in modern history.
Gas prices in the U.S., already under pressure, would skyrocket. The national average of $3.13 per gallon could double. Some states, especially those with high fuel taxes, could see prices hit $10 per gallon. At that level, everything changes. Transportation costs surge. Goods become unaffordable. Inflation rips through the economy with devastating force.
Consumer spending collapses as Americans struggle to cover basic expenses. The stock market, already nervous, tumbles into chaos. Businesses fold, jobs disappear, and the country falls into a deep recession—all for a war that serves no American interest.
There’s a reason why the war hawks have always had Iran on their list. Decades ago, the same voices pushed for regime change in Iraq, then Libya, then Syria. Each war left devastation in its wake, and yet they still insist that Iran must be next. But this time, the costs would be greater than ever.
President Trump should not be misled. A war with Iran would be the end of his presidency. It would cripple the U.S. economy, alienate allies, and turn the American people against the government that dragged them into disaster. History is clear: wars of choice destroy nations from within.
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