How Bombing Iran May Blow Back on America
Project Syndicate • 3/2/2026
Summary
Donald Trump has the potential to use the US military against Iran without regard for facts and law. His actions may embolden him to utilize military power again. As he trails in opinion polls, there is concern that he could use violence in Iran to justify domestic repression ahead of the mid-term elections.
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