Staff Reports
Roger Stone gave a blunt read on why Republicans stumbled in the midterms. On Newsmax’s “Finnerty,” Stone pointed a finger at the Iran war and rising costs at home. His message was plain: end the foreign fights, bring back the America First agenda, and stop the internal whining that helps Democrats. Below is the clip of the interview and a straight-shooting take on what it means for the GOP.
Roger Stone on the Iran war and GOP midterms
Stone didn’t mince words. He argued that the Iran war and higher everyday costs cost Republicans votes. That’s not complicated: voters feel pain at the pump, at the grocery store, and when inflation erodes savings. Toss in a foreign war that looks endless and voters want answers. Stone urged President Trump to halt the conflict and return the party’s focus to the issues voters actually care about — jobs, prices, and security at home.
Why America First matters now
The America First message is more than a slogan. Stone says it’s a roadmap back to winning. That means lowering costs, securing borders, cutting needless red tape, and putting American workers first in trade and policy. When the party debates internal power plays instead of practical policy, voters tune out. If Republicans want to stop the slide, they need a clear, simple agenda — the kind that helps everyday families, not just headline-hungry consultants.
Stop the 2028 pageant — focus on the voters
Stone also weighed in on chatter about 2028 contenders. The GOP’s obsession with predicting the next nominee can be a distraction. What matters is who can deliver an America First vision and sell it to working-class voters. Endless speculation about aspirants and positioning only hands the Democrats more time to define the debate. If Republicans want to win, they should spend less time on who’s next and more time on what’s next for families struggling with prices and safety.
Bottom line: end the wars, fight for Main Street
Roger Stone’s message is blunt but useful: foreign wars and higher costs are political poison. President Trump, if he follows Stone’s advice, would double down on the agenda that won support in the first place. The GOP should stop bickering and sharpen its economic message. Do that, and the voters will notice. Keep doing anything else, and expect more late-night pundit fireworks — only this time, they’ll be about losses instead of policy.
