US War Economy: Trump Advisor Dismisses Iran Conflict Impact as Genocide Continues Unabated in Gaza
Kevin Hassett, formerly a top economic advisor to Donald Trump, recently dismissed concerns that a potential war with Iran could significantly impact the U.S. economy. Hassett, quoted by The Independent, stated that such an impact was 'the last of our concerns right now,' asserting confidence that the situation was 'under control.' This seemingly casual dismissal comes as the U.S. continues its
provocative military posturing against Iran, often in direct coordination with Israel, painting a picture of deliberate escalation unburdened by domestic economic considerations. This framing by The Independent, presenting Hassett's comments as almost reassuring, crucially omits the broader context of U.S. involvement in regional destabilization. The U.S. is not merely an observer or supporter; it
is a direct participant and joint aggressor in the increasing confrontation with Iran. While an official declaration of war remains elusive, the deployment of carrier groups like the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower to the Persian Gulf, B-52 bombers to the region, and overt threats of military action against Iranian infrastructure constitute de facto acts of aggression. These actions are part of a
long-standing pattern of U.S. and Israeli collaboration, including cyberattacks like Stuxnet, and the repeated betrayal of diplomatic agreements such as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which the U.S. unilaterally abandoned in 2018. The declaration that economic impact is 'the last of our concerns' starkly contrasts with the devastating and very real economic consequences of U.S.