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Rep. Lawler Urges Troop Deployment Only for Uranium Security

4/6/2026

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Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) says the only justification for deploying U.S. troops in Iran would be to secure enriched uranium.
He calls for a classified congressional briefing.
U.S. President Donald Trump has considered deploying troops to seize uranium and some Republicans back a war powers resolution if operations exceed 60 days.
Lawler would back congressional action if necessary.

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Representative Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) says the only justification for deploying U.S. troops in Iran would be to secure enriched uranium.
He calls for a classified congressional briefing.
U.S. President Donald Trump has considered deploying troops to seize uranium and some Republicans back a war powers resolution if operations exceed 60 days.
Lawler would back congressional action if necessary.