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GOP Fears Ground Invasion of Iran Could Cost Seats

3/30/2026

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GOP Cautious on Iran

Republican lawmakers worry a U.S. ground invasion of Iran could cost the party 60 to 70 seats in the midterms, according to an anonymous representative.
Rep. Eli Crane says he hopes the administration avoids boots-on-the-ground action.
Rep. Nancy Mace and Rep. Derrick Van Orden oppose deploying troops.
Speaker Mike Johnson says a ground invasion is not the intention, reflecting GOP caution about escalating military involvement.

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Burchett Urges Iranian Action

Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) says the Iranian people must act against their regime, noting U.S. lawmakers lack will for ground conflict with Iran.
His remarks followed exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi's call for U.S. military support for a free Iran.
The Pentagon has deployed additional forces to the Middle East.
Plans for ground strikes are under consideration.
Burchett urges Middle Eastern partners to engage if conflict arises.

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GOP Cautious on Iran

Republican lawmakers worry a U.S. ground invasion of Iran could cost the party 60 to 70 seats in the midterms, according to an anonymous representative.
Rep. Eli Crane says he hopes the administration avoids boots-on-the-ground action.
Rep. Nancy Mace and Rep. Derrick Van Orden oppose deploying troops.
Speaker Mike Johnson says a ground invasion is not the intention, reflecting GOP caution about escalating military involvement.

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