Trump says "I don't think about Americans' financial situation" in Iran talks, calls nuclear threat "only thing that matters"
🔴 Tension RisingCBS News2026-05-12
President Trump stated during Iran talks that he doesn't consider Americans' financial situation, prioritizing preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons as his sole concern. He emphasized that the Strait of Hormuz closure and Middle East instability wouldn't affect negotiations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that a nuclear-armed Iran could manipulate markets and drive gasoline prices to unprecedented levels.