Trump calls Iran war 'small potatoes' — US strikes now "intermittent," costing $37.5 billion and 18 lives. He compares it favorably to Vietnam. VP Vance insists it's not a 'war' — "Right now, there is no active shooting." He won't predict an end before November midterms. Diesel hits record $5.85/gallon — Prices top 2022 high, squeezing farmers, truckers, and consumers. War's economic toll mounts.