Worse. The US actually just doesn't have enough troops to occupy Iran. We literally don't have enough people in uniform. The US would need to institute a draft to raise the number of soldiers necessary.

[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 1 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I think that's an eventuality.

[–] WoodScientist@lemmy.world 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I don't think the US can even afford such an occupation financially. We're already spending more on interest than we are on even the defense budget. Even if our leaders completely ignore popular will and the cost of lives. The US budget and debt can only be stretched so far.

[–] Maeve@kbin.earth 1 points 1 week ago

I'm not sure any of that matters to the billionaire class. They have their bunkers and surveillance state.