"Unfathomable": Kilmeade Blasts NATO Allies for Blocking U.S. Bases Amid Iran Conflict
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In this three-part episode of the Brian Kilmeade Show, Kilmeade delivers a forceful critique of NATO allies for blocking U.S. military access to bases in Italy and Spain during the escalating conflict with Iran, calling the refusal 'unfathomable' and a strategic betrayal. He emphasizes the non-negotiable need to secure the Strait of Hormuz as a precondition for peace, arguing that Iran’s control of the waterway would nullify all U.S. military gains. With expert insights from Dennis Ross and Rebecca Heinrichs, Kilmeade praises President Trump’s aggressive campaign against Iran’s missile and naval capabilities, framing it as a historic success. The episode also centers on the constitutional debate over birthright citizenship, highlighting Trump’s unprecedented attendance at a Supreme Court hearing on the 14th Amendment, which Kilmeade argues enables 'birth tourism' and incentivizes illegal immigration—particularly from China. He warns that the policy undermines national sovereignty and calls for reform. Throughout, Kilmeade critiques Democratic policies, including New York’s proposed corporate tax hike and the ongoing DHS shutdown, while celebrating political realignments like Usha Vance’s transformation and the growing bipartisan consensus on foreign policy among figures like Condoleezza Rice and Mitt Romney. He laments the decline of moderate voices and the leftward shift of media platforms like The View, which he views as ideologically driven and intellectually hollow. Kilmeade frames the episode as a pivotal moment for American leadership, demanding accountability from allies, reevaluating long-standing policies, and asserting a nationalist vision rooted in security, sovereignty, and strategic clarity. He underscores the urgency of protecting U.S. interests in a multipolar world, where China’s influence in the Middle East and the erosion of democratic norms at home pose existential challenges. The episode concludes with a promotional plug for Kilmeade’s upcoming tour, reinforcing his message of national renewal and decisive leadership. Across all segments, the tone remains resolute and optimistic, portraying Trump-era policies as bold and necessary, and positioning Kilmeade as a defender of American strength and traditional values against what he sees as a dangerous drift toward political extremism and institutional weakness.
The Strait of Hormuz must remain open as a non-negotiable condition for ending the Iran conflict, ensuring U.S. strategic dominance in the region.
NATO allies’ refusal to allow U.S. use of their bases is a strategic failure that undermines alliance cohesion and may require a reevaluation of U.S. commitments.
Ending birthright citizenship would reduce illegal immigration, combat 'birth tourism,' and protect the integrity of American citizenship.
President Trump’s attendance at the Supreme Court hearing on the 14th Amendment signals a historic constitutional reckoning with birthright citizenship.
Raising corporate taxes in states like New York risks accelerating the 'Great Exit' of businesses and wealthy residents to lower-tax states.
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The Iran Conflict and the Strait of Hormuz
“I don't want to give the Iranians that win. I know the president's frustrated with our NATO allies for they didn't step up, but not letting us use our bases got me incensed too, and you're probably incensed as well.”
Military Success and the Path to Regime Change
“Within 12 months, this regime will not exist anymore or you'll end up with a kind of Iranian Gorbachev who will realize the Islamic Republic can't exist unless it is reformed in a fundamental way.”
The Birthright Citizenship Debate
“Unrestricted birthright citizenship contradicts the practice of the overwhelming majority of modern nations. It demeans the priceless and profound gift of American citizenship.”
Birthright Citizenship and the Supreme Court Hearing
“The president's going in order to show how much he wants the Supreme Court to genuinely consider this issue and look at the historical original baseline.”
The DHS Shutdown and National Security
Kilmeade criticizes the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown, emphasizing its impact on TSA, cybersecurity, and Coast Guard operations. He calls for presidential leadership to restore essential services and holds Congress accountable for the impasse.
“I think that the No Kings rally suggests very clearly to me and the electorate how far left the Democratic Party is and out of step with mainstream America.”
“Within 12 months, this regime will not exist anymore or you'll end up with a kind of Iranian Gorbachev who will realize the Islamic Republic can't exist unless it is reformed in a fundamental way.”
“I don't want to give the Iranians that win. I know the president's frustrated with our NATO allies for they didn't step up, but not letting us use our bases got me incensed too, and you're probably incensed as well.”
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