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Sen. Kennedy Defends Trump’s Iran Mission Amid Nuclear Concerns

3/8/2026

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Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) defended the Iran mission led by U.S. President Donald Trump, citing intelligence that Iran is advancing its nuclear program.
Kennedy said Iran could be producing 200 to 600 missiles monthly to stockpile and threaten the Middle East.
Warner (D-Va.) argued Iran does not pose an imminent threat, while Kennedy remained confident the operation would be brief and could spare U.S. troops.

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Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) defended the Iran mission led by U.S. President Donald Trump, citing intelligence that Iran is advancing its nuclear program.
Kennedy said Iran could be producing 200 to 600 missiles monthly to stockpile and threaten the Middle East.
Warner (D-Va.) argued Iran does not pose an imminent threat, while Kennedy remained confident the operation would be brief and could spare U.S. troops.