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Sen. Kennedy Defends Trump's Iran Strategy Amid Escalating Conflict

3/26/2026

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Sen. John Kennedy defended U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran actions, saying they aimed to prevent a broader conflict and dismantle missiles.
He claimed Iran was producing up to 600 missiles monthly.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said U.S. objectives are nearly met despite 61% disapproval in a recent poll.
Lawmakers said U.S. actions were influenced by an Israeli plan, with the conflict escalating and causing casualties and damage.

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Sen. John Kennedy defended U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran actions, saying they aimed to prevent a broader conflict and dismantle missiles.
He claimed Iran was producing up to 600 missiles monthly.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said U.S. objectives are nearly met despite 61% disapproval in a recent poll.
Lawmakers said U.S. actions were influenced by an Israeli plan, with the conflict escalating and causing casualties and damage.