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State of the strait; Putin coup? | On Balance Full Show
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37:52Now PlayingOn this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert explains why President Trump realizes he must restart the Iran War and why he might as well do it now. This comes as Americans grapple with soaring gas and meat prices. Host of "No Spin News" Bill O'Reilly debates whether President Trump can win the midterms by blaming the Biden Administration for the state of the economy.
Plus, Retired U.S. Navy Commander Kirk Lippold offers his insight on what might actually be happening in the Strait of Hormuz right now, and what it means for possible peace in the future. This comes as Iranians and Americans shared strikes before launching Project Freedom, the U.S.'s latest effort to reshape the Strait.
Later, a political panel joins the program to discuss what it’ll take for Democrats to win the midterms and the push led by President Trump to get Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman to switch parties.
This episode of “On Balance” originally aired on Monday, May 4, 2026.
"On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects. Weekdays at 9p/8C. #OnBalance
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