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IN ALASKA CAMPAIGN RALLY , TRUMP AND SULLIVAN SAY IRAN WAR IS WORTH THE COST TO AMERICANS
Trump and Sullivan justify Iran war costs at Alaska rally, signaling geopolitical escalation.
Context
What happened: At a rally in Wasilla on Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan said America's war with Iran is worth the increased cost of fuel and food for Americans.
Why it matters: Trump said it is a small price to pay for stopping Iran from having a nuclear weapon, framing the economic burden as acceptable to the public.
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What changed
At a rally in Wasilla on Tuesday, President Donald Trump and Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan said America's war with Iran is worth the increased cost of fuel and food for Americans.
Why it matters
Trump said it is a small price to pay for stopping Iran from having a nuclear weapon, framing the economic burden as acceptable to the public.
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Oct 16, 2026 09:07 AM ET