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- The White House urged Iran to negotiate to avoid war.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has been briefed on military options, including strikes as early as Saturday.
- Two aircraft carrier strike groups are positioned in the region, signaling readiness.
- Sen. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) plan to require a vote on any Iran action.
- The administration has faced little congressional opposition, raising concerns about escalation.
