Former VP Mike Pence strongly supports ongoing U.S. military action against Iran, framing it as a 47-year overdue response to state-sponsored terrorism.
He argues the objective must be to "finish the job," which includes regime change, restoring deterrence, and preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, even if it necessitates ground troops.
Pence expresses deep disappointment with allies, especially the UK under Keir Starmer, for not providing full support, and criticizes Spain and Italy for restricting U.S. military access.
He contends that China and Russia are closely watching the conflict, and failure to achieve a fundamental change in Iran would embolden authoritarian regimes globally.
On NATO, Pence defends past pressure on allies to increase defense spending but does not expect President Trump to announce a withdrawal, noting it would require Congressional action.
He suggests unconventional tactics to counter Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz, such as seizing Iranian oil shipments.
Domestically, Pence calls it "unconscionable" for Congress to withhold funding from the Department of Homeland Security while America is at war.
On the Supreme Court case regarding birthright citizenship, he expresses hope the Court will limit the principle and clarifies his past support for legislative action on the issue.