Glenn Asks President Trump About Dolly Parton, Canada, Iran, and the Rise of Sharia Law | Guest: President Donald Trump | 8/26/26
August 26, 2026
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5 min readPresident Trump on Iran, Sharia Law, and the Long Game of American Renewal
In a wide-ranging interview on the Glenn Beck Program, President Donald Trump addressed topics from Dolly Parton's legacy to the status of Iran's leadership, the meaning of affordability for Americans, and his openness to banning Sharia law in the United States. The conversation also revealed his willingness to reconsider federal regulations on meat processing after Beck, himself a rancher, raised the issue unprompted.
The Ayatollah's Condition and the War with Iran
When asked whether the Ayatollah is dead—a rumor circulating in multiple outlets—President Trump responded that he does not believe so, but that the Iranian leader was "very seriously wounded" on the left side of his body. "If he is, they're putting on a pretty good show," Trump said, noting that Iranian officials continue to reference consulting him for final blessings on decisions.
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What you'll learn
- 1 (04:37) **Opening: President Trump Joins** - Glenn welcomes President Trump and immediately asks about Dolly Parton’s passing and the CIA director’s trip to Russia.
- 2 (07:50) **Status of the Iran War and the Ayatollah** - Trump assesses the military and economic campaign against Iran and the condition of the Ayatollah.
- 3 (11:33) **On Sharia Law in America** - Glenn asks if Trump would sign a law prohibiting Sharia law in the U.S.
- 4 (13:12) **The Affordability Crisis and Inflation** - Trump defends his economic record, blaming the Democrats for the inflation he inherited.
- 5 (17:42) **Ranchers vs. the Meat Processing Cartel** - Glenn pivots to a personal issue, asking Trump to investigate the “cartel” of four meat processing plants.
- 6 (20:10) **Canada: Trade War and Sovereignty** - Trump explains his grievances with Canada’s trade policies and the current administration.
- 7 (24:28) **Post-Interview Panel Analysis** - Glenn, Jason, and Ricky break down the key moments from the Trump interview.
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Show Notes
Glenn brings on President Donald Trump to discuss a variety of issues, including the death of Dolly Parton, the CIA director flying to Russia, the potential death of the ayatollah, and the rise of Islam and what we can do to stop it in America. President Trump also discusses the affordability crisis hitting America, the lowering of beef prices, and the state of Israel under his presidency. Glenn takes calls from his audience to get their thoughts on his interview with the president. Glenn shares how he and his wife reacted to Dolly Parton's death and why people like Dolly Parton are rare in today's society. Glenn goes through all the ways Dolly made the country better and highlights how she treated everybody with kindness and love. Younger generations argue that President Trump isn't doing enough to fix the economy, but Glenn lays out why he believes that view is inaccurate. Glenn gives the history lesson that he would share with the president. Glenn and Rikki further discuss Glenn's interview with President Trump and dive into his answer regarding making Sharia law illegal.
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