Evening Wire: Trump’s Iran Plan & Mangione Dodges Death? | 3.2.26

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1:00Our objectives are clear. First, we're destroying Iran's misal capabilities. Second, we're annihilating their navy. We've knocked out already 10 ships. Third, we're ensuring that the world's number one sponsor of terror can never obtain a nuclear weapon. And finally, we're ensuring that the Iranian regime cannot continue to arm fund and direct terrorist armies outside of their borders. The President noted that the military expects the mission to last four to five weeks, but can and will extend that if needed. He also pointed out one way that the operation is already saving time. We also projected four weeks to terminate the military leadership. And as you know, that was done in about an hour, so we're ahead of schedule there by a lot. While President Trump said the campaign could go on for a while, war secretary Pete Higgseth drew a sharp line on the mission, saying in a press conference this morning, this will not be another endless war.

2:01This is not Iraq. This is not endless. I was there for both. Our generation knows better and so does this President. He called the last 20 years of nation-building wars dumb, and he's right. This is the opposite. This operation is a clear, devastating, decisive mission. Destroy the missile threat, destroy the Navy, no nukes, no stupid rules of engagement, no nation-building quagmire, no democracy-building exercise, no politically correct wars. We fight to win, and we don't waste time or lives. The Secretary also warned Americans that there would likely be more of our heroes lost in the fighting. As the President warned, an effort of this scope will include casualties. War is hell, and always will be. A grateful nation honors the four Americans we have lost thus far and those injured. The absolute best of America. May we prosecute the remainder of this operation

3:03in a manner that honors them? Asked about how the four Americans died, Higgseth said it was a missile that slipped through our air defenses. As it pertains to the U.S. casualties, that particular incident, you know, you have air defenses, and the lots coming in, and you hit most of it every once in a while, you might have one, unfortunately, we call it a squirror that makes its way through. And in that particular case, it happened to hit a tactical operations center. The all-new 2026 Toyota RAV4 is here, building on everything drivers know and love about Toyota. With a redesigned look and modern tech that makes life behind the wheel easier than ever, the new RAV4 comes standard as a hybrid, providing smooth, efficient performance for both city streets and longer journeys. Enjoy the legendary reliability Toyota is known for. In the all-new 2026 RAV4, learn and shop more at toyota.com Toyota. Let's go places. The U.S. military confirmed Monday morning that 3F-15E strike

4:03eagles were shot down over Kuwait, and what officials described as an apparent friendly fire incident. Did it why a reporter's actual has more? U.S. Central Command said that the fighter jets, which were flying support rolls, were mistakenly shot down at around 11 p.m. local time on Sunday. No American service members were killed in the incident. Central Command said today, quote, during active combat that included attacks from Iranian aircraft, ballistic missiles, and drones, the U.S. Air Force fighter jets were mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses. All six air crew ejected safely have been safely recovered and are in stable condition. Kuwaiti has acknowledged this incident and we are grateful for the efforts of the Kuwaiti defense forces and their support in this ongoing operation. Violent protests erupted across Pakistan on Sunday after U.S. and Israeli strikes killed Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Khameini, leaving at least 22 people dead in more than 120 injured. Daily wire for an affairs reporter Cassia Kiva reports, In Karachi, demonstrators attempted to storm the U.S. consulate, torched a nearby police post,

5:08smashed windows, and clash with security forces while unrest in the northern Gilgi to Baltistan region turned deadly, as protesters attacked UN offices and government buildings. Police used tear gas and batons to disperse crowds in Islamabad, Peshawar, and Lahore. Authorities deployed additional troops in Titan security around U.S. diplomatic sites nationwide. Pakistan's president, Asif Ali Zadari, expressed solidarity with Iran, calling Khameini's death, quote, a martyrdom. The U.S. Embassy advised Americans and Pakistan to avoid large gatherings and monitor local developments as tensions continue to escalate. The strikes on Iran have caused a spike in oil prices as global markets become uncertain. Global prices jumped anywhere from 7 to 8 percent following the strikes. Analysts have warned that prices could continue to surge if the conflict carries on much longer. Several oil tankers were struck over the weekend in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest thoroughfares for oil shipments just off the Iranian coast. As military action continues more than 200 oil shipment vessels have been anchored,

6:10not knowing when it may be safe to continue. Should the conflict resolve quickly, markets may be able to quickly stabilize. Well, before we continue, I'm excited to give you some amazing news about an issue that we care about here at the Daily Wire. Our friends and alliance defending freedom have just announced that the state of Vermont has agreed to change its policy that discriminated against Christian foster families. Families like the woes and gants were model foster parents. They had taken in siblings and even focused on caring for kids with struggles like fetal alcohol syndrome. And these parents had lost their foster licenses because they refused to compromise their faith by participating in a lie. They were told they had to agree to promote the state's radical gender ideology, including by taking kids to pride parades. Following a victory in a similar case out of Oregon last year, this win in Vermont means we're winning the battle, folks. I can't tell you how inspiring it is to learn about the courage of these families. Moms and dads who have answered the call to care for vulnerable children who deserve a loving home. Go to join adf.com slash wire and find out more about this incredible victory and how a

7:12alliance defending freedom is standing up for everyday families and protecting our constitutional rights. That's join adf.com slash wire or text wire to 83848 and celebrate this amazing victory with us. The perpetrator of the mass shooting in Austin this weekend to enter the country and was naturalized as a citizen under Democrat administrations despite a lengthy criminal record. Daily wire political reporter Cameron arcane has the details. The shooter entered the United States from Senegal in 2000 under the Clinton administration. He was eventually granted citizenship under Obama in 2013. Records show however that he racked up a substantial criminal record before being granted citizenship, including multiple arrests in New York City as well as Texas. Reports indicated that he was known by law enforcement to be an emotionally disturbed individual. He was wearing a hoodie that displayed the words property of Allah when he opened fire on bar patrons near the University of Texas Austin on Sunday following the incident. Some immigration critics are left

8:15wondering why the perpetrator was allowed to be granted citizenship and remain in the country to begin with. Anti ice chaos flared up again in Minneapolis over the weekend with at least 54 agitators arrested Sunday during a protest outside a federal building in the city. Daily wire immigration reporter Jenny Ter has the details. The Hennepin County Sheriff's office said 38 rioters were cited and released and another went to jail. The Minnesota State Patrol also said another 15 people were arrested. The Sheriff's Office said in a social media post Sunday quote this morning our deputies issued dispersal orders at an unlawful assembly outside the Whipple building after individuals blocked roadways blocked access to local businesses dumped glass into the street and through rocks ice chunks and water bottles at law enforcement creating a serious public safety hazard. The office made clear that arrests are being made and in quote freedom of speech and peaceful assembly is a right endangering the public is not. Unlawful activity including blocking

9:18roads intentionally creating hazards and assaultive behavior will not be tolerated. Zora and Mamdani's allies are pushing a bill to allow the mayor to radically increase corporate tax rates. If passed in the state legislature Mamdani and the New York City Council would be able to institute a corporate tax surcharge effectively raising corporate taxes to 22%. The state level restrictions have so far been the big hurdle to overcome for Mamdani's big government agenda. But the mayor hopes that this bill could be the breakthrough. Business leaders are warning that any new tax liability would almost certainly lead to a mass exodus from the city as their bottom line would no longer be tenable. Just over the state line in New Jersey a corporate tax rate would be half the cost. New York has already seen major business interests especially in the financial sector leave the city with over 56 financial firms representing over one trillion dollars in assets moving away since 2020. Luigi Mangione will not face the death penalty. They do our reporter Lyndon Blake has more. The Department of Justice said in the letter Friday that it will not

10:21challenge the decision from US district judge Margaret Garnett to dismiss two of the four charges against Mangione, including use of a firearm to commit murder which made him eligible for the death penalty. It's worth noting that the judge explicitly stated that she dismissed the charges quote solely to preclude the death penalty as an available punishment. Mangione still faces two counts of interstate stalking. If convicted he would face a maximum sentence of life in prison without parole. In addition to the federal charges Mangione faces nine counts including second degree murder in a separate state case scheduled to begin June 8. The Pentagon is moving to black list a major AI developer after a standoff over military access to AI tools. Daily wire senior editor Joel Needler has more. Or Secretary Hegseth announced Friday that AI company Anthropic has become quote a supply chain risk to national security. In a lengthy ex post Hegseth stated in part quote our position has never wavered and will never waver the Department of War must have full unrestricted

11:23access to Anthropics models for every lawful purpose in defense of the Republic. Hegseth said Anthropic and its CEO Dario Amade chose duplicity accusing them of trying to strong arm the US military into submission and calling it a quote cowardly act of corporate virtue signaling that places Silicon Valley ideology above American lives. Hegseth also said their true objective is unmistakable to seize veto power over the operational decisions of the United States military and that is unacceptable. As a result he said Anthropic would be designated quote a supply chain risk. And President Trump said Senator Ted Cruz could be a Supreme Court nominee in the near future amid rumors of potential retirements. Both Justice Samuel Alito and Justice Clarence Thomas are in their late 70s though neither have formally announced plans to step down. President said Cruz would receive quote 100% of the Democrat and Republican vote arguing that Cruz's foes would quote want to get him out of there and reference to the Senate. Cruz however shot the proposal

12:23down in January. He said quote my answer is not just no it's hell no. Cruz said he wants to be quote right in the middle of political battles something a quote principled federal judge would stay out of. Those of your drive home updates this evening to learn more about these stories go to DailyWire.com and in case you missed it earlier today we covered some major stories including Trump declaring Iran's leadership wiped out and confirming U.S. casualties and a suspected terror attack in Austin. Thanks for tuning in we'll be back tomorrow morning with another full edition of Morning Wire. Rince knows that greatness takes time but so does laundry so rinse will take your laundry and hand-deliver it to your door expertly cleaned and you can take the time pursuing your passions. Time one spent sorting and waiting folding and queuing now spent challenging and innovating and pushing your way to greatness so pick up the Irish flute or those calligraphy pens or that daunting beef Wellington recipe card and leave the laundry to us. Rince it's time to be great.