1. Netanyahu Urges Immediate Strikes Against Iran After Midterm Elections – Sources say Netanyahu is urging Trump to launch a strike against Iran immediately after Tuesday's midterm elections.
2. Hopes to Shorten the Time for a New Round of Action Against Iran – According to the Jerusalem Post, Trump is more focused on getting concessions from Iran on the nuclear issue and pushing for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
3. Will "Smash the Hammer" on Iran "At Some Point"
—At a campaign rally in Iowa on November 1, Trump threatened that he would have to "smash the hammer" on Iran "at some point," saying the only reason he hasn't taken military action against Iran is because he wants to be a good guy.
4. Seeking a Scapegoat for a War on Iran
—According to The Atlantic, Trump is considering finding a scapegoat for a war on Iran between Defense Secretary Hergsays and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Kaine. Trump is inquiring about the two men from allies.
5. If Democrats win a majority in Congress, he may become "Mr. Veto"
—In an interview with the New York Post, Trump stated that if the Democrats win a majority in Tuesday's midterm elections, he may have to become "Mr. Veto."
6. Doesn't want Israeli Prime Minister to interfere in US-Iran negotiations
—Israeli and US sources revealed that Trump and Netanyahu had a "direct and sharp" phone call on October 31 regarding US-Iran negotiations. Trump currently wants to "let the negotiations proceed fully" and does not want Israel to interfere with the process.
