We Paid For Our Own Enemy? The Link The Media Refuses To Admit
March 2, 2026
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as posted by the channelThe media told us the billions released to Iran were strictly for "humanitarian aid." They told us the money was frozen, tracked, and safe. They lied. As a veteran, I know that in the real world, money is fungible—and when you free up cash for an enemy regime, you are effectively paying for their ammunition.
In this video, we’re looking at the direct link between US policy decisions and the new arsenal targeting American interests. Donald Trump warned that funding Iran would lead to chaos. The media mocked him. But now that the missiles are flying, we need to ask the hard question the news refuses to touch: Did we pay for our own enemy?
We’re breaking down the timeline, the "frozen assets" excuse, and the lethal consequences of a foreign policy built on wishful thinking rather than national security reality.
In this briefing:
The $6 Billion Lie: What the media said vs. what happened.
The "Fungible" Reality: How humanitarian aid frees up budget for war.
Trump vs. Obama: Comparing the two approaches to Iran.
The Cost of Weakness: Why accountability matters now more than ever.
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