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Joe Kent Resigns, Sparks Controversy Over Iran Policy

3/17/2026

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Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on March 17, 2026, in a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing the Iran war and denying an imminent Iran threat.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt refuted Kent's claims, asserting Trump's decision was based on solid evidence.
Critics say Kent's resignation signals antisemitism concerns within the GOP, framing U.S. policy as driven by Israel.

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Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on March 17, 2026, in a letter to U.S. President Donald Trump criticizing the Iran war and denying an imminent Iran threat.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt refuted Kent's claims, asserting Trump's decision was based on solid evidence.
Critics say Kent's resignation signals antisemitism concerns within the GOP, framing U.S. policy as driven by Israel.