President Donald Trump falsely claimed on Air Force One that he “had a total military victory” over Iran as the war continues into its 11th week.
Trump to NYT's David Sanger: "I had a total military victory. But the fake news, guys like you, write incorrectly. You're a fake guy. We had a total military victory. I actually think it's sort of treasonous what you write. You should be ashamed of yourself. I actually think it's… pic.twitter.com/QK421YHKtq
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) May 15, 2026
In an interview with Fox News, Trump bragged he could could take out Iran in “two days.”
BAIER: So why are we where we are? Did you underestimate the pain tolerance Iran has?
— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) May 15, 2026
TRUMP: I didn't underestimate anything. We could take out their bridges and electricity capacity in two days. Everything. pic.twitter.com/kNvT0iK1lS