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Sen. Kim Urges Trump: Avoid Troop Deployment to Iran

3/30/2026

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Sen. Kim Urges Restraint

Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) urged U.S. President Donald Trump to avoid deploying American troops to Iran.
He said the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is raising costs for Americans, including higher oil prices.
Iran has launched missile attacks on Israel, prompting discussions in Congress about possible ground troops.
Republicans, including Rep. Derrick Van Orden, oppose sending troops, while others question the administration's strategy.

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House Republicans Act

House Republicans push to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security to maintain operational capacity.
They cite recent terrorist attacks and illegal immigration incidents as justification.
The Senate's proposed bill would defund significant portions of the Department of Homeland Security.
The House has passed four bills aimed at keeping the Department of Homeland Security operational while negotiations continue with the Senate.

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Sen. Kim Urges Restraint

Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) urged U.S. President Donald Trump to avoid deploying American troops to Iran.
He said the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran is raising costs for Americans, including higher oil prices.
Iran has launched missile attacks on Israel, prompting discussions in Congress about possible ground troops.
Republicans, including Rep. Derrick Van Orden, oppose sending troops, while others question the administration's strategy.

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