To Defeat Iran, Arm Its Citizens: GOP Congressman Pete Sessions & Col. Wes Martin

To Defeat Iran, Arm Its Citizens: GOP Congressman Pete Sessions & Col. Wes Martin

June 4, 2026 · 31 min · Episode 1996

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Texas GOP Rep. Pete Sessions discusses arming Iranian citizens and the implications for U.S. foreign policy with retired Colonel Wes Martin.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports , Texas GOP Rep. Pete Sessions discusses how the current situation between Iran, Israel and the United States would change if Iranian citizens were armed, emphasizing that Iran has killed over 40,000 of citizens who have expressed discontent with the regime.  Sessions also says that President Trump has been careful with his use of military power, but that even common sense has frailties. The congressman also talks about how Democratic politicians such as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Sen. Bernie Sanders are pushing anti-United States and anti-Israel sentiments, which has contributed to recent demonstrations on Capitol Hill.  Finally, Sessions explains the recent redistricting in his home state, members of Congress switching parties and the importance of the Americans understanding the impact of reaching peace through strength. In the second segment, John and retired Colonel Wes Martin discuss the plausibility of a deal between the United States and Iran – considering Iran cannot be expected to abide by any deal. retired Colonel Wes MartinMartin thinks past presidents failed to understand that dynamic.  Martin wants the…

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