Vance defends Iran strategy and economy at first White House briefing since Leavitt's exit
JD Vance held the first White House press briefing since Karoline Leavitt's departure, asserting that major combat in Iran ended after six weeks but that the US will not negotiate until Tehran stops targeting commercial shipping. He blamed high gas prices on Iranian attacks and European inaction, while promising lower prices soon. Vance dodged questions about his 2028 presidential ambitions and the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll, instead emphasizing the administration's 'warrior spirit' and economic policies.
