In a stunning move that is likely to shake the Democrat Party’s core, Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania boldly supported U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, and admitted the Democrats have often been “wrong” on the issue.
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The strikes, ordered by President Trump, targeted critical facilities like Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Fetterman’s dissent within his own party raises significant questions about Democratic strategies and decision-making processes on foreign policy.
Senator Fetterman’s support for the strikes was articulated during an interview on Fox News Channel’s “America’s Newsroom,” where he openly described the military action as a justified and necessary response.
Fetterman argued that the Democrat Party has long been incorrect in its approach to Iran, specifically criticizing those who felt that President Trump should have sought congressional approval.
He dismissed such criticism, arguing that Congress’s approval was not needed, as the strikes did not constitute an entry into war.
Fetterman reiterated his long-standing call to dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities and expressed support on social media, calling the action the correct decision by the president.
He emphasized the strikes were a “very limited military exercise” and not an act of war.
Such views were echoed by a Fox News poll showing that 78% of Americans are concerned about Iran obtaining nuclear weapons, underscoring the widespread fear of a nuclear-armed Iran.
“There’s going to be a lot of people in my party that are going to disagree with the strike in Iran, and I actually support that. I’ve been always calling for that thing. I think it was entirely appropriate,” Fetterman stated, cited by The Hill.
Senator Fetterman stands out in the Democrat Party for not shying away from his beliefs, even when they starkly contrast with party norms.
He criticized Democrats’ reflexive opposition to Trump’s decisions, noting mistakes in the past like advocating for a ceasefire during conflicts involving Hamas.
By supporting the recent military action, Fetterman praised Israel’s efforts against Hamas and Hezbollah, highlighting the complex dynamics in the Middle East.
Fetterman’s criticism of Democrat hesitancy regarding military actions was clear when he noted Israel’s air supremacy over Iran post-strikes.
Israel’s strengthened position and Iran’s weakened defensive capabilities were touted as evidence for the effectiveness of the military action.
Fetterman acknowledged these developments, suggesting that his party must adapt to the volatile nature of Middle Eastern geopolitics to protect national security effectively.
“Just because sometimes it’s… a decision that President Trump did, it’s like maybe, reflexively, you have to be opposed to that. For me, again, I’ve been always calling to destroy these nuclear facilities,” the senator declared.
His bold stance signals an emerging divide within the Democrat Party regarding foreign policy and military intervention.
His willingness to confront party consensus is celebrated by many conservative observers, who see this as a refreshing acknowledgement of the complexities and dangers posed by Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
fetterman said Democrats are "often wrong" about the Middle East.
Fetterman slams Democrats on Fox News after Trump’s Iran attack: “Our party has been often wrong.”https://t.co/sGPL4xqYWP
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