Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

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Iran’s Ceasefire Violations, Europe’s Skepticism, and Democrats’ Socialist Turn | Victor Davis Hanson Jun 30, 2026

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Iran’s reported ceasefire violations, Trump’s retaliatory strikes, and Victor Davis Hanson’s view that future U.S. responses may need expanded “dual-use” targeting to deter Tehran while managing oil prices and public opinion are all discussed on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson recounts speaking with European diplomatic figures who he says dislike Trump, resent not being consulted, and asked extensively about J.D. Vance, NATO burden-sharing, and Trump’s Greenland and Panama pressure tactics. The conversation turns to Watergate and Nixon’s legacy, Democrat leaders’ anxiety over rising DSA-aligned candidates, and criticism of Democrats defending recently sentenced Antifa-linked attackers. They also address rhetoric from a Minnesota school board member, open-border consequences, and Hanson’s claim that the WNBA’s mistreatment of Caitlin Clark reflects broader cultural and racial polarization and warrants a boycott or her departure from the league.

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Victor Davis Hanson: Antifa, America's Universities, and the Decline of Patriotism Jun 27, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson discusses Antifa, America's universities, political extremism, and the decline of patriotism, while examining Iran, drone warfare, military technology, the War Powers Act, Barack Obama's legacy, Thomas Jefferson, and the latest political and cultural issues shaping the United States on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”

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Zohran Mamdani’s AIPAC Attack, Updates on the Iran Strategy, and America’s Urban Decline Jun 26, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine the Trump administration’s emerging agreement with Iran, arguing that the memorandum reflects a strategic effort to avoid a broader regional conflict.

They also discuss New York politician Zohran Mamdani’s attacks on AIPAC, exploring what seems to be a growing antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment from within the American Left.

The episode critiques Kamala Harris’ political future and public messaging, while also examining reports that Tucker Carlson and Marjorie Taylor Greene could even break with the Republican Party over disagreements regarding Iran and Israel. They discuss that such divisions reflect differing visions within the conservative movement rather than a fundamental challenge to Trump’s leadership.

Their conversation turns to governance in major cities, criticizing Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s priorities amid rising crime concerns, and faulting Los Angeles leadership for ongoing struggles with homelessness and infrastructure. The episode closes with a discussion of British politics, assessing the challenges facing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the broader economic and cultural pressures in the UK.

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VDH: Britain's Decline, Open Borders, and the West's Crisis Jun 25, 2026

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Is there still hope for Britain? Victor Davis Hanson examines Britain's future, Europe's immigration crisis, border security, energy policy, and the growing debate over Western decline. He explains why many citizens across Europe and the United States are losing confidence in political leaders and long-standing institutions.

Hanson also weighs in on China, COVID, Anthony Fauci, gain-of-function research, and the broader questions surrounding accountability, public trust, and government power on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”

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CAT 5: The 2033 War—Bing West on America’s “Jupiter Complex,” Debt Crisis, and China’s Taiwan Threat Jun 24, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson interviews Marine combat veteran and military author Francis J. “Bing” West about West’s new book, “CAT5: The 2033 War,” which argues the U.S. won battles in Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan yet suffered strategic defeat because leaders lacked clear end-state objectives and assumed America could do anything without consequences—a “Jupiter complex.”

West warns that by 2031–2033 U.S. debt-service could reach about 25% of tax revenue, risking higher interest rates, inflation, and a credibility collapse, while defense spending in real terms has fallen and China could exploit U.S. financial and political paralysis, potentially pressuring Taiwan via blockade. They discuss possible debt “solutions” (inflation, seizing private capital, or renouncing debt), U.S. division blocking reform, Pentagon efforts to rapidly field large numbers of low-cost AI drones, and the political fight over AI and militarizing space capabilities.

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Trump’s Middle East Tightrope, Tucker’s Blind Spot, and Newsom’s Political Theater | Victor Davis Hanson Jun 23, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue that President Trump is pursuing a pragmatic strategy: preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon while avoiding another costly Middle East ground war.

They discuss how Iran has been militarily humiliated, that time is working against the regime, and that any future violations should be met with swift, disproportionate retaliation.

The episode also offers a vigorous defense of Israel, with Hanson arguing that U.S. aid to Israel serves American interests through intelligence sharing, weapons testing, and regional stability. He criticizes both European allies and elements of the populist right for distancing themselves from Israel and downplaying the Iranian threat.

Hanson takes aim at Tucker Carlson’s defense of controversial political figure Graham Phelan, arguing that allegations surrounding extremist symbolism and past conduct deserve scrutiny and should not be dismissed for political convenience.

The conversation closes with criticism of Gavin Newsom’s leadership in California and a skeptical assessment of Barack Obama’s legacy, with Hanson questioning both the accomplishments celebrated at the Obama Presidential Center and the broader record of the Obama years.

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Trump’s Iran Gamble, Britain’s Grooming Gang Scandal, and California’s Decline | Victor Davis Hanson Jun 22, 2026

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Mamdani and the Left’s love for billionaires and the hypocrisy within the Democratic Party, Donald Trump’s reported Iran agreement sparks fierce debate on the right, and J.D. Vance takes the lead defending the administration’s strategy in a series of high-profile media appearances.

Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc start by breaking down the emerging Iran deal. Next they dive into the topic of Britain, where a major report on the grooming gang scandal details years of abuse targeting vulnerable young girls and institutional failures to stop it. The conversation also examines rising antisemitism in Britain and the United States, protests targeting Jewish institutions, and what Hanson sees as a broader collapse of law enforcement in the West.

Finally, they discuss an alleged FBI-disrupted drone and sniper assassination plot targeting President Trump and other public figures, warning that our increasingly extreme political rhetoric in this country has created a dangerous climate that promotes political violence. The episode closes off with a look at Gavin Newsom’s complaints about federal investigations, California politics, and the challenges facing the Golden State.

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Trump’s Iran Strategy, Europe’s Deportation Push, and the Lasting Lessons of John Adams | VDH Jun 22, 2026

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A new memorandum of understanding with Iran sparks debate over whether Tehran has truly been deterred. Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc examine the agreement’s implications, the future of Hezbollah and Lebanon, and why enforcement—not diplomacy— will determine its success.

They also explore the World Cup, controversy surrounding Iran’s national team, and why many international visitors find America far different from the negative image often portrayed abroad.

Hanson also reflects on the remarkable life of John Adams, his complicated relationship with Thomas Jefferson, and their lasting influence on the American founding.

The episode concludes with discussion of Europe’s immigration crackdown, Ukraine’s expanding drone war against Russia, and the changing security landscape across Europe and the Middle East.

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Europe’s Revolt, Iran’s Defiance, and America’s Broken Universities | Victor Davis Hanson Jun 18, 2026

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Europe is facing growing unrest as political leaders continue to dismiss public concerns over immigration, crime, and social cohesion. Victor Davis Hanson examines the backlash spreading across Britain and the continent, the dangers of tribal politics, and why many citizens are losing confidence in their governing elites.

He also discusses Iran’s ongoing confrontation with the West, Hamas’ use of civilian institutions in Gaza, and the troubling state of higher education as universities struggle with declining academic standards, administrative bloat, and ideological conformity.

From foreign policy to immigration to the future of Western institutions, Hanson argues that leadership failures are producing consequences that can no longer be ignored.

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The Genetic Proof COVID Was Lab-Made | Dr. Steven Quay Jun 17, 2026

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Victor Davis Hanson interviews Dr. Steven Quay, one of America’s top scientists and inventors, on his explosive new book “The Code as Witness: How the Covid Genome Reveals its Lab Origins and How to Prevent Future Outbreaks.” Dr. Quay presents clear genetic evidence that COVID-19 was engineered in the Wuhan lab, not a natural spillover from bats or pangolins.

From the virus’ own “fingerprints” in the genome to China’s suspicious early actions, this hard-hitting conversation reveals what really happened in 2019 and why dangerous gain-of-function research continues to threaten the world.

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