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Former CIA Chief Skeptical of Trump's Iran Negotiation Claims

3/25/2026

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John Brennan, the former CIA director, expressed skepticism about the Iran negotiation claims of U.S. President Donald Trump.
He stated his trust lies with the Iranian regime over Trump.
Brennan added there may be indirect talks, but no authoritative communication exists between the Iranian government and the Trump administration.
Trump revoked Brennan's security clearance in January 2025, after Brennan was investigated by the FBI in connection with the Trump-Russia probe.

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John Brennan, the former CIA director, expressed skepticism about the Iran negotiation claims of U.S. President Donald Trump.
He stated his trust lies with the Iranian regime over Trump.
Brennan added there may be indirect talks, but no authoritative communication exists between the Iranian government and the Trump administration.
Trump revoked Brennan's security clearance in January 2025, after Brennan was investigated by the FBI in connection with the Trump-Russia probe.