# Trump Just Made America the Guardian of the Hormuz Strait | 7/14/26

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Podcast: [Pat Gray Unleashed](https://stenobird.com/podcast/pat-gray-unleashed-7041395)
Published: 2026-07-14T14:03:00+00:00
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Trump just reinstated the naval blockade on Iran and declared the United States the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz — with a 20% charge on cargo for the protection service. You need to see what this changes before it starts showing up at the pump. The Strait of Hormuz carries one-fifth of the world’s seaborne oil every day. Iranian threats and attacks on ships are driving up energy prices and hitting working families. After the June deal collapsed and Iran resumed harassing commercial traffic, Trump ordered strikes and brought back the blockade with this 20% cargo reimbursement policy. It’s America saying we’re done footing the bill alone while allies with navies do little — the ships using the strait should help cover the security costs. Pat also covered: Bronko Nagurski — the toughest football player of all time. Lindsey Graham’s sister appointed to take his Senate seat. 78% of Americans know the first president … the other 22% will surprise you. Zohran Mamdani’s surprising answer on why rape is increasing in NYC. Could Ron DeSantis end up on the Supreme Court? Do you think this 20% cargo fee is a fair way to share the burden of protecting the Strait of Hormuz? What's your honest take on whether bringing the blockade back makes America safer or just pulls us deeper into conflict with Iran? If you want unfiltered truth and common-sense analysis that cuts through the noise, hit subscribe and turn on notifications. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:13 Sports Talk 02:29 Darline Graham Nordone to Fill Lindsey Graham's Seat 09:28 FBI Investigating Lindsey Graham's Residence? 10:35 Are We Close to "Boots on the Ground" in Iran? 12:15 Drones Attacking Iran Naval Base 13:48 Former Leader of Iran is STILL ALIVE?! 14:55 Trump is Fed Up with Iran 19:37 Trump on Wrapping Up the War w…

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