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Lawmakers Question U.S.-NATO Ties Amid Iran Tensions

3/20/2026

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Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) says a legitimate problem exists in the U.S.-NATO relationship, contrasting past Iraq and Afghanistan support with Iran policy.
U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States is not ready to withdraw and criticizes NATO for not securing the Strait of Hormuz.
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) asks the White House to have Kevin Hassett address rising consumer prices tied to U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran.

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Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) says a legitimate problem exists in the U.S.-NATO relationship, contrasting past Iraq and Afghanistan support with Iran policy.
U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States is not ready to withdraw and criticizes NATO for not securing the Strait of Hormuz.
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) asks the White House to have Kevin Hassett address rising consumer prices tied to U.S.-Israel attacks on Iran.