Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper Supports Trump’s Naval Blockade of Iranian Ports
Mark Esper endorses President Trump’s decision to resume the U.S. naval blockade on Iran, calling it the right move during an appearance on CNN.
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Mark Esper endorses President Trump’s decision to resume the U.S. naval blockade on Iran, calling it the right move during an appearance on CNN.
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