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Senator Paul Warns Trump: Iran Policy Threatens Midterms

3/11/2026

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Senator Rand Paul criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's Iran policy, warning it could hurt Republicans in the upcoming midterms.
He expressed concern over rising oil prices, currently about $3.54 per gallon, driven by the conflict.
Paul opposed military action without Congressional approval and warned a prolonged war could produce political fallout.
He cautioned against higher defense spending amid national debt concerns and argued the conflict creates uncertainty.

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Senator Rand Paul criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's Iran policy, warning it could hurt Republicans in the upcoming midterms.
He expressed concern over rising oil prices, currently about $3.54 per gallon, driven by the conflict.
Paul opposed military action without Congressional approval and warned a prolonged war could produce political fallout.
He cautioned against higher defense spending amid national debt concerns and argued the conflict creates uncertainty.