politics
April 7, 2026
Scaramucci says Trump running Iran war as ‘council of one’, risking US power
Anthony Scaramucci has criticized Donald Trump’s handling of the Iran war, warning that the decision-making has become a “council of one” and urging de-escalation
TL;DR
- Anthony Scaramucci believes Trump's decision-making on the Iran war is a "council of one" style, deviating from historical presidential consultation.
- He warned of "unintended consequences" from escalating the conflict, including potential closure of oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Scaramucci suggested the Iran war has "put the" Jeffrey Epstein files "on the back burner," describing their release as a "big risk" for Trump.
- The former communications director opposed the conflict from the start and hopes for de-escalation and a diplomatic outcome.
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