What Next | Daily News and Analysis Even This Senator Had No Warning About Iran
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Jun 25, 2025 
Mark Warner, Democratic Senator from Virginia and Vice Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, expresses frustration over Congress being blindsided by military actions against Iran. He discusses the significant intelligence gaps that left lawmakers unprepared for the bombings and unravels the complexities of U.S.-Iran relations. Warner highlights the critical need for better communication regarding national security and outlines the geopolitical implications of military actions, including concerns over nuclear proliferation and legislative hurdles in foreign policy.
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Senator Warner Surprised by Strikes
- Senator Mark Warner was not briefed before the US bombed Iran's nuclear sites, learning about it simultaneously with the public.
- This breaks usual protocol and constitutional norms for Congress's war powers.
Conflicting Intelligence on Iran's Bomb
- The US intelligence community last stated Iran had not decided to build a nuclear bomb, contrasting Israeli claims of new intel.
- Intelligence evaluations vary; American officials haven't confirmed Israel's evidence yet.
Advocating War Powers Act Support
- Support Tim Kaine's War Powers Act for Congress to vote on military actions.
- Insist on legislative approval for war to uphold constitutional authority and prevent unchecked executive action.