As the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies, former White House strategist Steve Bannon offered insight into how President Donald Trump might gain support from the MAGA base if the U.S. chooses to intervene militarily.
Speaking to reporters in Washington, D.C., Bannon acknowledged the base’s general aversion to Middle Eastern entanglements but emphasized Trump’s ability to rally support by clearly outlining the stakes.
At a Christian Science Monitor breakfast on Wednesday, Bannon described the challenge Trump faces.
“You’ve walked us through this. We don’t like it. In fact, maybe we hate it, but, you know, we’ll get on board,” he said.
His remarks came as debate grows within conservative circles over whether the U.S. should assist Israel in its strikes against Iran’s nuclear program.
Tensions spiked last Friday when Israel launched air strikes on Iran’s underground nuclear facilities, reportedly killing top Iranian generals and damaging critical sites.
Iran retaliated with its own attacks on Israeli targets, pushing the region closer to broader conflict.
Israel has requested direct U.S. military support, specifically asking for “bunker-busting” bombs capable of destroying heavily fortified nuclear infrastructure, the Washington Examiner reports.
Although many Trump supporters traditionally oppose new military interventions, Bannon made it clear he believes Israel should take full responsibility for its actions.
“The Israelis have to finish what they started. They started this. They should finish it,” he said.
Still, he acknowledged that diplomatic efforts may fail, and Trump could face pressure to act decisively.
Trump has pursued diplomatic solutions, including efforts to reach an economic deal to curb Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Yet those talks remain stalled.
According to Bannon, if military action becomes necessary, Trump’s ability to explain the situation to his base will be key to securing support.
Bannon also criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for initiating strikes without properly gauging U.S. public opinion.
“You have to think this through at this level. And the American people have to be on board. You just can’t dump it on them,” he said, pointing to the political risks involved.
Inside the GOP, the situation has created sharp divides.
A recent clash between former Fox News host Tucker Carlson and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) highlighted that divide.
During a discussion on Iran, Carlson questioned Cruz’s understanding of Iran’s population, while Cruz reiterated his full support for Israel’s military response.
Carlson has taken a more cautious stance, warning against another potential war in the region.
Bannon’s remarks suggest a possible roadmap for Trump to follow if he ultimately backs Israeli military efforts.
With the right messaging and leadership, he argued, Trump could unify the America First movement behind a limited strike—despite its usual opposition to foreign intervention.
The growing disagreement within the conservative movement underscores the broader debate about U.S. policy in the Middle East.
Some favor restraint and caution, while others believe a strong posture is necessary to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
In the coming weeks, Trump’s next steps—whether toward diplomacy or military action—could shape not only the U.S. response but also the internal dynamics of the Republican Party.
Bannon’s comments make clear that how Trump communicates his strategy may determine how much of his base follows him.
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