Sarah Longwell hits out at Trump’s address to the nation on Iran war: ‘This speech is insane’

The Bulwark publisher compared Trump's address to the nation speech to a live and spoken version of his Truth Social posts.
PUBLISHED APR 2, 2026
Sarah Longwell slams President Trump's speech about Iran war (Getty Images, Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Teen Vogue)
Sarah Longwell slams President Trump's speech about Iran war (Getty Images, Cindy Ord/Getty Images for Teen Vogue)


WASHINGTON, DC: Sarah Longwell, publisher of 'The Bulwark,' sharply criticized President Donald Trump after he remarked on the Iran conflict during his address to the nation on Wednesday, April 1. She didn’t hold back, calling his comments “insane” and labeling his rhetoric as extreme and reckless.

In his address, Trump laid out a tough stance toward Iran, warning that significant military action could be imminent within the next two to three weeks. 

He cautioned that if no agreement is reached, Iran could face severe consequences, including potential strikes targeting its power infrastructure. His remarks signaled a heightened level of tension, with a clear message that escalation is on the table if diplomatic efforts fail.

WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 1: U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledges those in attendance after speaking from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump used the prime-time address to update the nation on the war in Iran. (Photo by Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)
President Donald Trump acknowledges those in attendance after speaking from the Cross Hall of the White House on April 1, 2026 in Washington, DC. Trump used the prime-time address to update the nation on the war in Iran ( Alex Brandon-Pool/Getty Images)

Sarah Longwell said Trump sounded like a 'lunatic'  

Longwell reacted strongly to the recent speech, sharing her criticism and making her stance clear. She urged people not to ignore what she views as serious concerns. 

“This speech is insane. Our President is a lunatic. Also, he sounds like a moron. A real low IQ individual. Don’t be numb to how crazy this is," Longwell wrote on X.

"We got zero new information about the war we are current waging," she said. "He just listed off how long other wars were?" the publisher asked.

In a separate X post, Longwell said, "Everyone all day has been debating if Trump would end the war or would he send in ground troops. Instead, he just said absolutely nothing either way." 

"Interrupted prime time programming to do a live, spoken, Truth Social post," she concluded.

Longwell, a prominent “Never Trump” voice, continues to focus on issues like threats to democracy, political misinformation, and voter fatigue. Her latest comments came in response to Trump’s speech at the White House, which drew strong reactions and criticism.

Strong warnings issued to Iran

Trump delivered a national address alongside key military leaders, focusing on the ongoing conflict with Iran. He marked one month since the start of what he called 'Operation Epic Fury.' Trump claimed Iran’s military strength had been significantly reduced, saying its navy and air force were largely destroyed and that many of its leaders were no longer alive.

President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)
President Donald Trump speaks about the Iran war from the Cross Hall of the White House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, in Washington (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, Pool)

He also said that Iran’s ability to fire missiles and drones has been greatly reduced. During his roughly 20-minute speech, Trump mentioned that the core objectives of the US-led operation were nearing completion, while suggesting the conflict could continue for another two to three weeks.

Senior officials attended the address, including General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, along with other members of the administration.

Trump reiterated strong warnings against Iran and framed the military effort as essential for security. He urged Americans to view the operation as an investment in the country’s future, arguing it would lead to a stronger and safer nation. However, the speech did not provide clear details on how the conflict would end or what the next steps might be.

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