Rogan, Carlson, Kelly Criticize Iran War

0:00I'm Cory, and this is your Pulse of the City, Birmingham News today. Joe Rogan, the popular conservative podcast host, is calling the ongoing Iran war nuts and a betrayal of President Trump's campaign promises. Rogan, who endorsed Trump in 2024, says the President ran on ending stupid, senseless Middle East conflicts, but now the U.S. is stuck, in a fight without a clear goal. Rogan made these comments on his show, pushing back against guests who tried to frame it as a quick operation, rather than an endless war. He compared it to the recent military action in Venezuela to grab President Nicolas Maduro, but insisted the Iran situation makes even less sense. Other big conservative voices are breaking ranks too. Tucker Carlson mocked Trump's demand for Iran's unconditional surrender, warning it could lead to nuclear escalation. Meghan Kelly blasted pro-war Senator Lindsey Graham as a homicidal maniac, and claimed Israel is driving the whole thing. Trump fired back at Kelly and Carlson, insisting their views don't speak for his

1:01mega supporters. Meanwhile, most Republican lawmakers are staying quiet or backing the conflict. Public opinion is turning against the war, with a slim majority of Americans opposing the initial U.S. attack on Iran as the situation drags on. Quick things to today's sponsor, see the description for more. A pillow that plays your sound quietly, comfortably, effortlessly. For Night Time Listening, S-O-L-I, solelypillow.com