by Will Espero
Donald Trump has made a huge mistake in his second term as president by listening to Israel’s war mongering Benjamin Netanyahu.
Unfortunately, the Israeli leader convinced Trump to join in his regional war against Iran, and the results have been disastrous for the world.
Other nations have been attacked or bombed, US allies have been reluctant to get involved, and China and Russia are watching closely to see how things develop.
Ironically, Russia has benefited from Trump’s unnecessary war with more Russian oil sales, as Iran’s oil output has slowed or stopped. Putin must be happy with Trump for the additional millions of dollars in oil revenues to help Russia’s weak economy.
The price of a barrel of oil has risen, gas prices have increased, and nations are preparing for the worst as Iran digs in and refuses to surrender to Trump despite the enormous destruction caused by American and Israeli bombs.
Even with the deaths and assassinations of Iran’s leaders, the Iranians appear ready for combat and for a possible invasion by American troops. Donald Trump may have bitten off more than he can chew.
From what has been reported on the news and from what Trump has said during his press conferences, the damage to Iran has been total and complete. Military bases, offensive and defensive weapons, Iran’s Navy, and key infrastructure in Iran have been destroyed, and the leadership appears to be fearful and in hiding. It is not clear who exactly is in charge in Iran.
Sadly, 13 American military personnel have been killed since Trump began bombing Iran, and the possibility of more American deaths or casualties is growing as 8000 soldiers prepare for action in the Middle East. With the Straits of Hormuz a crucial waterway through which oil must travel, war plans are being discussed to address this strategic location.
Polls show Americans are against the Trump-Iranian War, and the appetite for fighting in the Middle East is just not supported. Many of us remember the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, and we are tired of millions, if not billions, of dollars being spent on weapons and questionable causes.
Donald Trump stated he agreed to attack Iran because Iran was a threat to the United States.
He did not provide any evidence to back his claim, and Trump contradicted himself when he stated earlier in the year that the United States and Israel had “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear facilities. This appears to be false as Trump is known to exaggerate and twist the truth.
Also, add the fact that Trump did not get any approval from Congress to go into war mode, so this unnecessary war is all Donald Trump and Netanyahu.
If American troops are deployed on Iranian soil, Trump and the Republican Party will be in serious trouble as the midterm elections get closer.
Rising inflation, tariff problems, ICE thuggery, high gas problems, pedophile allegations, the Epstein files, NATO issues, and an unpopular Trump war are the ingredients for a Democratic wave that could lead to a change in who controls Congress.
A Democratic-led House of Representatives would likely impeach Trump again.
Many people believe Trump attacked Iran to deflect from his Epstein files problems. The Epstein files have been devastating for wealthy and high-profile elites and executives who were friends with Jeffrey Epstein with its salacious allegations of sexual abuse and trafficking.
Since Trump and Epstein were once very good friends, the spotlight has been shining on Trump as photos and videos of the two have feverishly circulated throughout social media and the news.
The Epstein files have provided information and evidence that Donald Trump may be a pedophile, and this is very disturbing for our nation.
Many people want action taken against the president, but Congress has been useless and has refused to subpoena Trump, even though Congress did subpoena Bill and Hillary Clinton.
It’s time for Congress to subpoena Donald and Melania Trump, but that’s not happening soon due to a timid Congress that does not want to anger the president.
Melania has faced brutal rumors and allegations regarding Epstein that have portrayed her in a negative light, and this could be one reason why Trump is doing everything in his power to dismiss the Epstein files and move on to other items and issues.
Thus, we are now in the Trump-Iranian war which will reshape the Middle East and change the power structure in the region. This is a Trump distraction or deflection.
The president is now trying to negotiate a ceasefire or peace deal with Iran with little progress. As of this writing, there are no proposals on the table as US troops prepare to act in the region.
Without a ceasefire, the Trump-Iranian war drags on without real purpose and with questionable goals. Regime change is possible, but Trump wants to approve of the new leader. What are the chances of Iran agreeing to this?
Whatever happens, Trump’s presidency is in big trouble. In his second term, the national debt of the United States has surpassed $39 trillion, and the Trump-Iranian War will add to the national debt as our economy is hurt byTrump’s policies and actions.
The United States must now figure out how to end this war, and the president must not escalate the problem to appease Israel or Saudi Arabia. We do not want a prolonged war or more American casualties.
The president got us into this mess, and now Congress must use its authority and power to rein in Trump. Lack of action should be a sign to make significant political changes in the midterm elections.
Our country under Trump is in decline as a war grows, protests continue, and economic uncertainty looms. We must change this trajectory.
Moreover, we must find the truth in the Epstein files, identify any closeted pedophiles, and bring justice to the victims of Jeffrey Epstein and his wealthy criminal friends.
WILL ESPERO retired from the Hawaii legislature after serving 19 years in the state House of Representatives and state Senate. He is currently a novelist, poet, and supporter of the arts. Lingering Thoughts provides a glimpse of his perspective on current events and issues.
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