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SecurityQuiet 9d · day 12

Trump Weighs Blame for Iran Conflict, Scrutinizes Hegseth and Caine

An Atlantic report says Trump may resume strikes on Iran while questioning advisers about the performance of his defense secretary and top general.

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What to know

  • The Atlantic reports Trump is privately questioning allies about the performances of Pete Hegseth and Dan Caine regarding the Iran conflict.
  • The report indicates Trump might order a resumption of strikes against Iran.
  • The story has been updated since its original publication but no new named developments beyond the initial report are detailed in available coverage.

Donald TrumpDonald Trump President of the United StatesPete HegsethPete Hegseth Defense SecretaryDan CaineDan Caine Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of StaffNancy A. Youssef Atlantic national security reporter

How it unfolded 2 developments, newest first · click a bar or a number to jump articlesposts

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  1. background

    The Atlantic updates its Iran fall-guy report — The Atlantic flags the piece as updated ("NEW!"), continuing to circulate the account of Trump's internal questioning over Iran policy failures.

  2. 2

    Report recirculates as scrutiny of Hegseth, Caine continues

    The story spreads further across social platforms, reiterating that Trump might resume strikes while continuing to question advisers about Hegseth's and Caine's handling of the Iran situation.

  3. 1 day quiet
  4. 1

    Atlantic reports Trump hunting for an Iran fall guy

    The Atlantic publishes reporting that Trump is questioning allies about the performances of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Dan Caine amid the Iran conflict, while also weighing a resumption of strikes.

    1. 2 outlets Trump Searches for a Fall Guy to Blame for Iran

      first by The Atlantic, 8d ago · also New Republic

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