JD Vance defends Trump's Iran peace deal during sharp interview exchange.

Vice President JD Vance engaged in a sharp exchange with Megyn Kelly, defending President Donald Trump's emerging peace agreement with Iran and accusing detractors of amplifying Tehran's narrative. During the interview, Vance noted the apparent contradiction among critics who now fear the conflict will continue, yet had previously advocated for its initiation. "It is kind of ironic that they're really really worried about stopping this thing when they were so gung-ho about starting this thing," he stated.

The host and guest discussed the ongoing hostilities, which have lasted three and a half months, and the anticipated conclusion of the war. A peace accord between President Trump and Iranian leadership is expected to be formalized at a ceremony in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 19. While specific terms remain undisclosed, the agreement reportedly mandates the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a halt to uranium enrichment, and the dismantling of nuclear facilities in return for the unfreezing of Iranian financial assets. Despite the optimism surrounding the treaty, Vance maintained a cautious stance, asserting that the administration prioritizes action over trust in allies or adversaries. "We don't trust our allies, we don't trust our foes, we trust action. That's what we have to anchor ourselves to," he remarked.

The interview took place against a backdrop of political friction. Megyn Kelly had previously criticized the decision to launch the war in February, a move that led President Trump to label her and similar critics as "not MAGA." Vance confirmed that he had discussed his upcoming appearance with the President, who approved the segment. "Absolutely, I love that," Vance recalled Trump saying regarding his endorsement of the interview.

The peace proposal has drawn severe criticism from various conservative voices. Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen characterized the deal as "a complete disaster," while Fox News contributor Ben Domenech dismissed it as a "hillbilly Obama" agreement. Radio host Mark Levin also voiced objections. Conservative journalist John Podhoretz argued that President Trump had "chickened out" and "choked" on the conflict, suggesting a willingness to deploy "boots on the ground" despite rising fuel costs to secure a more favorable outcome.

In response to these criticisms, Vance characterized the opposition's arguments as misinformation. He questioned why critics accepted Iranian narratives exclusively regarding the peace terms. "Why do they believe Iranian propaganda only about one thing, the peace deal?" he asked, urging skeptics to "check yourself a little bit and question your sources." Vance further supported the agreement by pointing to falling oil prices following the President's announcement, which he claimed would reduce costs for American consumers. He concluded by contrasting the peace deal with the alternative favored by his opponents: "They're proposing endless conflict, they want this to go on until every bomb has been dropped or every Iranian is dead.

That is not what the President wants,' Vance said.

The Vice President argued that while Americans broadly support keeping Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, deal opponents have offered no concrete alternative.

'They're not actually dealing with the reality and they don't have an answer,' he said.

Vance also turned on anti-war critics who declared themselves 'out' and 'black-pilled' on Trump, calling the stance 'very immature.'

'You have to stay engaged in the process,' he said. 'The reason neocons are so much more effective in politics is because they play the game.'

The exchange grew pointed when Kelly noted that she and fellow war critics were told by Trump himself they were 'not MAGA' after pushing back on him and Mark Levin.

Vance defended the President, saying Trump always hit back at critics, before adding bluntly: 'It's completely ridiculous to pick up your marbles and go home.'

Despite the divisions, Vance said he remained optimistic.

'I'm fundamentally an optimist about these things,' he said, citing support for the process among Middle East leaders.