Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Aug. 2, 2026
Summary
President Donald Trump threatened a large military attack on Iran amid an ongoing conflict now in its sixth month. After diplomatic efforts and pressure from allies, he delayed the attack for a possible deal to reopen a key shipping route, but no formal agreement has been reached yet.Key Facts
- The conflict with Iran has lasted six months, longer than originally expected.
- President Trump warned of a military strike on Iran that could be the largest since World War II.
- U.S. allies, including Saudi Arabia, urged the president to reconsider bombing Iran’s energy infrastructure.
- Diplomatic talks showed progress toward reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway, but no concrete deal exists.
- Iran recently attacked Egypt, and Saudi Arabia joined the U.S. in bombing Iranian-backed militias.
- Senator Mark Kelly criticized the president’s approach as erratic and escalating the conflict.
- The conflict has caused economic pressures in the U.S., including higher prices for gas, food, and rent.
- Public opinion polls indicate the war is unpopular with Americans.
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