America Now - August 21, 9 PM EST

Economic escalation: US threatens Iran with ‘most extreme economic pressure’, Tehran promises ‘crushing’ response

The United States is threatening Iran with what the Trump administration is calling the most extreme economic warfare in history. Iran’s response is neither surrender nor negotiation, but a warning. Iran’s president is now saying it would be better to end the war now while Iran is still in a position of strength and dignity. But at the same time, Iran’s military leaders are warning that if there are new threats, the response will be crushing. America Now anchor Olivia Flynn discusses the latest with former US army officer Stanislav Krapivnik. Plus, who is Natalie Harp? Her close relationship with Donald Trump and her constant presence by the president’s side have left many Americans wondering what exactly is going on. America Now’s Jalyssa Dugrot brings the details.