Democrats Express Concerns Over Lack of Briefing Before Iran Strikes
Recent developments have revealed a significant divide in communication within U.S. political leadership regarding military action in Iran. While top Republicans were reportedly briefed by the Trump administration before the strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, key Democrats were left uninformed. Senator Rounds mentioned that Trump notified congressional leaders within a 48-hour window of the attacks, yet this information did not extend to Democratic leaders. Defense Secretary Hegseth confirmed that the administration complied with the War Powers Act, but acknowledged that Congress was informed after the operation had begun. This lack of consultation has raised alarms among Democrats, with Senator Schiff stating that not involving them poses risks for the United States. Overall, the situation has led to demands for a clearer explanation from the administration regarding its communication strategies.
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