Trump Predicts Iran War Ends

Trump tied lower gas prices to the midterms as U.S.-Iran fighting pushed oil above $101.

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Trump: Iran conflict won’t end until after midterms, gas prices will fall after that - UPI.com

Oil extends gains, with Brent above $101 after U.S. destroys Iranian oil tankers

Trump: War Will End “Immediately After” Midterms

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U.S. Central Command said it destroyed five Iranian crude oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman and near Kharg Island on Sept. 8 after the IRGC twice targeted U.S. Navy warships with ballistic missiles. Iran said it attacked 10 ships near the Strait of Hormuz; U.S. officials said strikes on a U.S.-used base in Jordan caused minimal damage and no deaths. Brent crude topped $100 for the first time since July, and Trump said on Sept. 9 that the war and high gasoline prices would last until after the midterms.

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GOP Midterm TroubleLeans Left

Republicans are heading into the midterms in a weakened position, with Trump’s decisions making their electoral outlook worse. Democrats are positioned to take the House as GOP candidates struggle with the political consequences of the crisis.

Iran BacklashLeans Left

Trump’s confrontation with Iran has backfired, producing higher fuel costs and broader economic damage for Americans. The war and related economic pressure campaign have strengthened the sense of crisis rather than delivering a political or strategic win.