Trump: Americans ‘Understand’ Economic Pain as Iran Nuclear Standoff Intensifies

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that the financial toll on American families is “not even a little bit” a factor in his Iran policy, insisting that preventing Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon is the only consideration that matters.

Speaking to reporters on the White House South Lawn, Trump dismissed concerns about rising inflation and fuel prices, arguing that the American public backs his hardline approach.

“Not even a little bit,” Trump replied when asked whether Americans’ financial situations motivate him in negotiations with Iran. “The only thing that matters when I’m talking about Iran — they can’t have a nuclear weapon.”

Pressed further on whether he is ignoring the economic impact of the ongoing conflict, Trump doubled down: “The most important thing by far, including whether our stock market, which by the way is at an all-time high, but including whether or not our stock market goes up or down a little bit, the most important thing by far is Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon.”

Trump claimed that public opinion supports his position, citing a poll showing “85%” of Americans understand that Iran must not obtain a nuclear weapon.

“Every American understands,” he said. “When it’s over, you’re going to have a massive drop in the price of oil.” He noted that oil was $99 yesterday — “which is relatively low” — and predicted that “when this war is over, oil is going to drop. The stock market’s going to go through the roof.”

Trump added: “Truly, I think we’re in the golden age right now. You’re going to see a golden age like we’ve never seen before.”