What A Day Sen. Warner Says Congress Needs Answers After US Bombs Iran
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Jun 23, 2025 Virginia Democratic Senator Mark Warner, vice chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, weighs in on the recent U.S. military strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities. He discusses the confusion over the extent of the damage and the implications for U.S. foreign policy. Warner emphasizes the need for clear congressional oversight amidst the chaotic messaging from the administration. The conversation touches on the unpredictable nature of U.S.-Iran relations and the urgency for diplomatic solutions to avoid further conflict in the Middle East.
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Lack of Congressional Briefing
- The Trump administration did not consult key congressional intelligence committees before bombing Iran's nuclear facilities.
- This is unusual compared to past administrations' practice of briefing top lawmakers in advance of such actions.
Damage to Nuclear Facilities Unclear
- The extent of damage to Iran's nuclear facilities from the US bombing is unclear and likely less than initially claimed.
- Facilities are hardened and may not have been fully destroyed, raising questions about next steps.
Iran Nuclear Progress Complex
- Enriching uranium is just one step toward a nuclear weapon; building a bomb and delivery system are also required.
- Intelligence six days prior had not changed in assessing Iran's progress toward a weapon.