Start Here Report: US Strikes Did Not 'Obliterate' Iran Nuke Sites
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Jun 25, 2025 Jay O'Brien, ABC's Capitol Hill correspondent, dives into the recent U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, revealing their limited impact on Iran's program and sparking a debate in Congress about the constitutionality of military action. He also discusses alarming incidents at French music festivals, where 145 attendees reported being pricked by syringes, raising concerns about public safety. O'Brien emphasizes the complex geopolitical implications and the ongoing struggles between military effectiveness and legislative oversight.
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Iran Nuclear Strikes Partially Effective
- New intelligence suggests the U.S. strikes set back Iran's nuclear program by only months.
- Most damage was to above-ground structures; critical materials and centrifuges largely survived intact.
Officials Defend Iran Strikes' Success
- The Pentagon and White House strongly defend the success of the strikes.
- They reject reports of limited damage as attempts to undermine the mission's success.
War Powers Act Controversies
- The War Powers Act requires presidents to notify Congress within 48 hours of military action.
- There is debate on whether the Act itself is constitutional, affecting congressional oversight.