We'll Be Hanging Around

We'll Be Hanging Around

Author: Dan Proft April 9, 2026 Duration: 2:26:55

0:30 - Leavitt on Iran's initial 10-point plan: not serious

13:40 - Hegseth: we'll be hanging around to ensure ceasefire compliance

37:44 - "Controversial" vintage shop owner murdered

55:30 - Eugene Kontorovich, George Mason law professor and Heritage Foundation senior researcher, says he believes Trump will press Iran hard in negotiations given Tehran’s past hostility. Follow Eugene on X @EVKontorovich

01:14:59 - National Review’s Noah Rothman says the U.S. holds the leverage in Iran talks and Americans should be proud of Trump’s efforts — despite the left pushing embarrassment and shame. Pre-order Noah’s soon to be released book  Blood and Progress: A Century of Left-Wing Violence in America

01:36:21 - Paul Vallas, senior policy advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute and former candidate for mayor asks Is Brandon Johnson driving the bus, or is he a captive of this inner circle? Follow Paul on X @PaulVallas

01:53:25 - Clifford May, president of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and foreign affairs columnist for The Washington Times, urges Americans to focus on Trump’s actions — not his words — as the U.S. enters critical Iran negotiations this weekend. Keep updated with Cliff on X @CliffordDMay

02:12:40 - Why Dan Proft is Single

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