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House Speaker Mike Johnson has expressed hope that President Donald Trump’s prediction about the Iran war will prove correct, saying he “certainly prays” the conflict will end after the midterm elections. Johnson made the remarks during an interview with Meet the Press on September 13, 2026.
Johnson Speaks Out on the Iran War
The Louisiana Republican told Meet the Press that the ongoing war with Iran is driving up prices for American consumers at home. He said the economic impact of the conflict is a serious concern for lawmakers and ordinary citizens alike.
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Johnson stopped short of making any firm predictions himself. However, he made clear that he hopes Trump’s timeline for ending the fighting proves accurate. “I certainly pray” that Trump’s prediction is right, Johnson said during the interview.
Trump has reportedly predicted that the war with Iran will come to an end after the midterm elections. Johnson did not challenge that assessment directly. Instead, he expressed personal hope that the president’s forecast would be borne out.
Economic Impact Weighs on Congress
The Speaker’s comments highlight growing concern in Washington about the domestic consequences of the Iran conflict. Rising prices linked to the war are adding pressure on American households. Johnson acknowledged that connection directly during the interview.
The war with Iran has become a significant political issue ahead of the midterms. Johnson’s remarks suggest that congressional leaders are watching the situation closely. The economic strain caused by the conflict may factor heavily into voter sentiment in the coming election cycle.
Meanwhile, Johnson also discussed other topics during the wide-ranging Meet the Press interview. He said he would work with Trump on a proposal to send Americans $5,000 checks, though he declined to guarantee the payments would happen. The Speaker also called for guardrails on artificial intelligence but would not commit to a pre-election timetable for any regulatory action.
Johnson’s comments on Iran reflect the broader uncertainty surrounding the conflict and its endpoint. For now, the Speaker says his position is one of hope. Whether Trump’s prediction about the war ending after the midterms proves correct remains to be seen.
