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Lawmakers Consider 25th Amendment Amid Trump's Iran Threats

4/7/2026

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Lawmakers are revisiting the 25th Amendment due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran comments, with removal calls from Democrats and some conservatives.
Trump threatened severe consequences unless a deal with Iran is reached.
Anthony Scaramucci and Marjorie Taylor Greene have urged invoking the amendment.
The effort requires significant Cabinet support and Vice President JD Vance, who has not signaled intent.
The stance shift shows former allies alarm over Trump’s actions.

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Lawmakers are revisiting the 25th Amendment due to U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran comments, with removal calls from Democrats and some conservatives.
Trump threatened severe consequences unless a deal with Iran is reached.
Anthony Scaramucci and Marjorie Taylor Greene have urged invoking the amendment.
The effort requires significant Cabinet support and Vice President JD Vance, who has not signaled intent.
The stance shift shows former allies alarm over Trump’s actions.