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Economic D-Day & Global Standoff: Meaghan Mobbs on Trump’s Iran Sanctions and Ukraine Update
Economic D-Day & Global Standoff: Meaghan Mobbs on Trump’s Iran Sanctions and Ukraine Update

Host Jeff Chidester is joined by Dr. Meaghan Mobbs—former U.S. Army paratrooper, combat veteran, West Point graduate, and Director of the Center for American Safety and Security at the Independent Women’s Forum.   

In this segment, Jeff and Meaghan unpack the latest developments surrounding the Trump administration’s aggressive “Economic D-Day” targeting Iran.

They break down the mechanics of the proposed secondary sanctions and discuss how the global economic landscape will be affected, including potential responses from key foreign players like China and Russia. Additionally, Meaghan provides critical updates and strategic analysis on the ongoing situation in Ukraine.   

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