“I Don’t Want to Go to Prison”: JD Vance Refuses to Reveal Advice to Donald Trump on Iran

JD Vance declined to reveal the advice he gave Donald Trump regarding potential actions involving Iran, emphasizing the confidential nature of discussions held in the White House Situation Room. Speaking during a press briefing in response to a question from the Associated Press, Vance said conversations about national security decisions take place in one of the most highly classified environments in the world. He noted that even personal electronic devices are prohibited inside the room and said he would not disclose what he told the president, joking that doing so could land him in prison. Vance added that the administration’s senior national security and economic officials are closely coordinating their response to any potential economic effects, including energy prices. He said the administration remains focused on protecting Americans while addressing economic consequences such as fuel costs. Vance also argued that current energy conditions reflect policies aimed at achieving U.S. energy dominance and independence.