# Mike Pence on the New Iran Deal, Populism, and the Future of the GOP

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Podcast: [The Fox News Rundown](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-fox-news-rundown-59449)
Published: 2026-06-18T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

A newly announced memorandum of understanding with Iran and the rise of economic interventionism have sparked intense debate over the true direction of American foreign and domestic policy. Former Vice President Mike Pence joins to discuss his new book, "What Conservatives Believe: Rediscovering the Conservative Conscience," detailing his concerns over modern appeasement, why he believes the Republican Party must reject the "siren song" of populism, and how the conservative movement can reclaim its core principles heading into the 2026 elections. What do Iranian-Americans really think of the new U.S. Memorandum of Understanding with Iran? FOX News’ Alex Hogan speaks with Dr. Nazee Moinian, Middle East Institute Associate Fellow who was born in Iran and fled during the 1979 Revolution. As an Iranian-American, Dr. Moinian offers a unique and deeply personal perspective on the U.S. strategy, explaining why she believes the current agreement may be a "letdown" for the Iranian people and a missed opportunity to truly curb the regime’s influence. PLUS, commentary by David Marcus, columnist for FOX News Digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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