Trump Reveals Why He Won't Attack Iran Before November
President Trump stated Thursday that the United States will not attack Iran before the November 3 midterm elections. He made this pledge on Truth Social after days of fiery rhetoric at campaign rallies.
The President wrote that his team is "having productive discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran" per the New York Post. He noted that oil flows through the Hormuz Strait in record numbers while the blockade remains in force.
Trump added that "we will not be attacking Iran at any time prior to the Midterm Elections" according to the New York Post. He framed this as a strategic pause while Iran faces severe economic and military strain.
This news follows comments from Monday where Trump told crowds they should let Iran strike US cities. He said, "They can take out a city. Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego" per NBC News.
At a San Antonio rally on Wednesday night, he doubled down on the challenge to critics. He asked, "You want to see problems?" NBC News reported that I mentioned recently they might be permitted to launch a missile toward San Diego or Los Angeles while en route.
He continued by asking if the public wants to see a "horror show" or a country in free fall. Trump then pivoted to a message of protection, stating, "We're not going to let that happen. We protect our cities. We protect our country" per NBC News.
California Governor Gavin Newsom responded sharply to the President's comments on social media. Per NBC News, he charged Trump with inciting foreign adversaries to destroy American cities.
Newsom wrote that the President is "deranged and dangerous" in his post. The clash highlights the deep divide between Washington and Sacramento over foreign policy threats.
After sending the National Guard and Marines to occupy California, Donald Trump is now saying our foreign enemies should “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego.
He is deranged and dangerous.
— Gavin Newsom (@GavinNewsom) October 6, 2026
While the President claims discussions are productive, rumors persist about potential military strikes. The New York Post noted that Atlantic magazine reported Trump was considering strikes before voters go to the polls.
The President's latest comments aim to reframe the narrative from aggression to protection. He insists that the US will not allow a free fall for the nation. This stance comes just weeks before a critical election cycle.
Oil prices and national security remain top concerns for families across the country. The flow of barrels through the Hormuz Strait affects gas pumps in every town. Trump claims the US secured 22 million barrels through that channel.
Whether these "productive discussions" lead to a deal or a standoff remains to be seen. The President has set a clear deadline for any potential military action. That deadline is the day before the midterms.
Trump's message to the American people is one of strength and resolve. He told the crowd, "Let them hit Los Angeles if you want to see some bad things happen" per NBC News. He then promised to stop any such event from occurring.