Emily Schrader and Ruthie Blum discuss the political and military strategy regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran, arguing that pursuing diplomacy with an untrustworthy regime is futile. Rather than waiting until after the November midterms to take action, they suggest that securing a decisive victory would demonstrate strong leadership and benefit the administration politically, a sentiment echoed by pro-Israel Republicans who believe that since a conflict has begun, the U.S. must win it.