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Jason Carter Urges Congress to Limit Trump's Iran Policy

4/17/2026

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Jason Carter, grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for an aggressive stance on Iran.
He called the threats a betrayal of the American ideal and argued they violate America's foundational values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Carter recalled his grandfather's restraint during the Iran hostage crisis.
He urged Congress to reclaim constitutional powers to check presidential authority and deny unchecked power.

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Jason Carter, grandson of former President Jimmy Carter, criticized U.S. President Donald Trump for an aggressive stance on Iran.
He called the threats a betrayal of the American ideal and argued they violate America's foundational values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Carter recalled his grandfather's restraint during the Iran hostage crisis.
He urged Congress to reclaim constitutional powers to check presidential authority and deny unchecked power.