5/6/26: Trump Blinks On Iran 'Project Freedom', Trump Voters Flip, Van Jones Humiliated On Israel Nukes

Krystal and Saagar discuss signs of de-escalation in the US-Iran war, including Trump's pause on "Project Freedom" ship transits and progress toward a deal, alongside hawkish pushback, Iran's unexpected resilience, a Democratic letter breaking taboo on Israel's nuclear weapons, and scattered election results.

Trump Pauses Project Freedom Amid Deal Talks

Trump posted on Truth Social that "Project Freedom"—escorting ships through the Strait of Hormuz—would pause while the blockade stays in place, allowing time to finalize an agreement with Iran. Reuters and Axios report negotiators nearing a one-page memo: Iran commits to a moratorium on nuclear enrichment (leaving dust under mountains, no new activity for a period), in exchange for US sanctions relief, release of frozen funds, and lifted transit restrictions. A follow-up post from Trump accepts potential Iranian amendments "assuming Iran agrees to give what has been agreed to," warning of intensified bombing otherwise. Markets surged on the news, with oil prices dropping. Hosts note Trump lacks military capacity for escorts amid humanitarian issues for 20,000+ stranded sailors low on food and water, and Iran has declared its own "Persian Gulf Strait Authority" for transit fees.