Podcast Summary: The Glenn Beck Program – "Can Trump Stop a War with Iran?"
Episode Information:
- Title: Can Trump Stop a War with Iran?
- Guests: Senator Mike Lee & Ambassador Monica Crowley
- Release Date: June 12, 2025
- Host: Glenn Beck
- Network: Blaze Podcast Network
Introduction and Current Geopolitical Tensions
Glenn Beck opens the episode by addressing the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the strained relations between Israel and Iran. He expresses concern over recent moves that suggest a potential military conflict.
"We made some moves yesterday that are only made right before war. Would you agree with that, Jason?"
— [17:19] Glenn Beck
Jason Butrell, the military analyst, concurs, indicating that the recent actions by the U.S. government are indicative of impending conflict.
Interview with Senator Mike Lee
Glenn Beck welcomes Senator Mike Lee from Utah to discuss his legislative efforts and the broader political landscape.
Key Topics Discussed:
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The Big Beautiful Bill (BBB):
Senator Lee elaborates on the BBB, emphasizing its role in restoring American energy dominance, reducing the deficit, and addressing the federal land shortage for affordable housing."We're working on making it more beautiful and trying to get it into a position where it does the job."
— [25:34] Mike Lee -
Energy Policy and Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR):
The senator discusses the necessity of refilling the SPR to safeguard against potential oil price shocks resulting from Middle Eastern conflicts."We're doing everything we can to streamline that process so that it can become part of our Strategic Petroleum Reserve."
— [30:41] Mike Lee -
Repealing the Green New Deal:
Senator Lee details efforts to repeal components of the Green New Deal, criticizing its market distortions and energy grid vulnerabilities."We should not have a single Republican voting to extend those. And that's why we're getting rid of them."
— [28:25] Mike Lee -
Impact of Political Conflicts on Legislation:
The discussion touches on the internal dynamics of the Republican party and how external conflicts, such as the spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, influence legislative progress."It's hard to say what impact it'll have... Our debt's growing faster than our economy and that's a killer."
— [35:47] Mike Lee
Notable Quotes:
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"These things create market distortions. They change the incentives in a way that makes us more vulnerable with our energy grid."
— [28:25] Mike Lee -
"Our debt is going to eat us alive unless we stop our debt from eating this."
— [37:51] Mike Lee
Discussion on Middle East Conflict and Iran's Nuclear Ambitions
Glenn Beck delves deeper into the potential for conflict between Israel and Iran, highlighting recent government actions that signal preparation for war.
Key Points:
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Evacuation of Diplomatic Staff:
The U.S. has begun evacuating non-essential embassy staff from the Middle East, a move Beck interprets as preparation for possible war."The US has just evacuated all non-essential embassy staff... that does not happen unless we are preparing for war."
— [30:41] Glenn Beck -
Potential Israeli Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities:
Beck and Jason Butrell discuss the likelihood of Israel initiating strikes on Iran's nuclear sites, considering Iran's advancements towards nuclear capabilities."They know they're close with other countries that have a nuclear weapon... God forbid they have one and Israel misses it, they will launch it."
— [43:28] Glenn Beck -
Global Economic Impact:
The possible shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil, could lead to skyrocketing oil prices and economic instability."The Strait of Hormuz is crucial because about 20% of global oil passes through there. Shutting it down would have astronomical impacts."
— [72:06] Jason Butrell
Notable Quotes:
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"If Iran retaliates, you'll have missiles raining down on Tel Aviv, proxies unleashing chaos, and global oil supply chains collapsing."
— [66:25] Jason Butrell -
"This could cause real, real problems... It could cause massive disruption."
— [32:17] Glenn Beck
Interview with Ambassador Monica Crowley
Monica Crowley, serving as the Ambassador and Chief of Protocol under President Donald Trump, joins the discussion to provide insights into diplomatic efforts and upcoming national events.
Key Topics Discussed:
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America’s 250th Anniversary and Military Parade:
Ambassador Crowley outlines the plans for a grand military parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, scheduled for June 14th in Washington, D.C."We're going to commemorate 250 years of the U.S. army's history... with historical reenactors, restored military vehicles, and precision flyovers."
— [93:44] Monica Crowley -
Security Measures for Upcoming Events:
Emphasizing the importance of safety, Crowley reassures listeners about the coordinated efforts with Homeland Security and other agencies to ensure a secure event."The America 250 Commission is working hand in glove with the Department of Homeland Security... to make sure that this is the safest, most secure event that you can attend."
— [94:42] Monica Crowley -
Addressing Potential Protests:
Discussing the "No Kings" protests planned for the same day, Crowley differentiates between peaceful demonstrations and planned violence, asserting that any violent actions will be met with strong responses."Peaceful protests are protected under the Constitution... but if they veer into violence, they will be dealt with very harshly."
— [99:58] Monica Crowley
Notable Quotes:
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"President Trump will not tolerate violence of any kind."
— [100:00] Monica Crowley -
"At the end of the parade, President Trump is going to preside over the live reenlistment of 250 U.S. army soldiers."
— [96:08] Monica Crowley
Closing Thoughts and Future Outlook
In his closing remarks, Glenn Beck reflects on the resilience of America amidst growing internal and external challenges. He emphasizes the importance of unity, preparedness, and adherence to constitutional values to navigate potential crises.
"Will we survive? Yes. But only if we prepare. Not in fear, but in faith. Not in panic, but in resolve."
— [101:28] Glenn Beck
Beck also touches on the evolving landscape of media and AI, hinting at upcoming initiatives to preserve American history and legacy through digitization efforts.
"I'm going to be expanding my mission a great deal coming in January... We're digitizing, scanning everything we have... It will point you right to the answer you're looking for without any hallucinations."
— [122:45] Glenn Beck
Conclusion
This episode of The Glenn Beck Program offers a deep dive into the potential for conflict between Israel and Iran, legislative efforts to address energy and housing crises, and the significance of America's 250th anniversary amid rising geopolitical tensions. With insights from Senator Mike Lee and Ambassador Monica Crowley, Beck underscores the urgency of preparedness and the preservation of American values in the face of both internal divisions and external threats.
Notable Quotes with Timestamps:
- "We're working on making it more beautiful and trying to get it into a position where it does the job." — Mike Lee [25:34]
- "We're doing everything we can to streamline that process so that it can become part of our Strategic Petroleum Reserve." — Mike Lee [30:41]
- "We should not have a single Republican voting to extend those. And that's why we're getting rid of them." — Mike Lee [28:25]
- "If Iran retaliates, you'll have missiles raining down on Tel Aviv, proxies unleashing chaos, and global oil supply chains collapsing." — Jason Butrell [66:25]
- "Peaceful protests are protected under the Constitution... but if they veer into violence, they will be dealt with very harshly." — Monica Crowley [99:58]
- "Will we survive? Yes. But only if we prepare. Not in fear, but in faith. Not in panic, but in resolve." — Glenn Beck [101:28]
Note: This summary intentionally excludes advertising segments, sponsor messages, and non-substantive discussions to focus solely on the core content and pivotal conversations of the episode.