During a pointed appearance on Fox Business Network’s Kudlow, former Trump National Security Adviser Keith Kellogg delivered a clear-eyed assessment of the recent deal with Iran.
Kellogg left no doubt about the dangers that persist when dealing with a regime that has American blood on its hands.
Kellogg made his position plain. He acknowledged positive aspects in the economic elements of the deal.
Yet he stressed the absolute necessity of ironclad verification when it comes to the nuclear components.
Iran’s history of sponsoring terror and funneling resources into destabilizing activities raises serious questions about how any incoming funds would actually be used. Prudent observers cannot ignore these risks.
The former envoy highlighted the tangible successes already achieved against Tehran. American actions under President Trump have inflicted significant harm on Iran’s military capabilities and top leadership.
This demonstration of resolve has shifted the balance in ways that benefit the United States.
Still, Kellogg refused to sugarcoat the threat. He delivered a stark warning rooted in hard experience.
“They’ve k*lled Americans in the past, they’ll probably k*ll Americans in the future, and we just need to be aware of that,” he said.
This blunt truth captures the deep skepticism many patriots feel toward any arrangement with the Iranian regime.
Trust is a luxury America cannot afford when confronting a government that celebrates the deaths of U.S. service members.
Kellogg described himself as a “hardcore kind of guy” who would have preferred tougher terms. His candor reveals the internal thinking among those who prioritize American security above diplomatic niceties.
“I think it’s, in the complete terms, it’s pretty good for us, going into this long-term, understanding that I would have preferred to be a little bit harder on it, only because I’m a hardcore kind of guy and I don’t trust the Iranians. They’ve k*lled Americans in the past, they’ll probably k*ll Americans in the future, and we just need to be aware of that,” he stated.
“I think President Trump knows that as well. So, this is one of those let’s see what it looks like at the end of 60 days. It’s only a memorandum. A memorandum is the first step to a final deal. We’ll see where that is.”
These measured words serve as a vital reality check. The agreement represents only an initial step, not a final victory.
Americans deserve leaders who approach such pacts with open eyes rather than naive hope.
President Trump’s record shows he understands the Iranian threat better than most. His administration delivered decisive blows that weakened the mullahs’ grip and protected U.S. interests. This latest memorandum must build on that foundation of strength.
