Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," May 10, 2026
Summary
Senator Mark Kelly discussed the high cost and ammunition use related to the U.S. war in Iran during a May 10, 2026 interview. He expressed concern that using so many weapons now could reduce U.S. readiness for other conflicts, especially with China.Key Facts
- The U.S. has spent at least $50 billion on the war in Iran.
- The Pentagon has briefed Senator Kelly on the large amounts of munitions used, including Tomahawk missiles and interceptor rounds like Patriot missiles.
- The current president started the conflict without a clear plan or timeline, leading to deep usage of military supplies.
- It could take years to replenish the depleted munitions stockpiles.
- Admiral Paparo said recently that the U.S. can still deter China despite the conflict.
- Senator Kelly said short conflicts are manageable, but long wars would weaken U.S. defense capabilities.
- The senator criticized the defense budget request of $1.5 trillion as very high, about twice the amount five years ago.
- Kelly referenced the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal as a way that could have prevented the current situation.
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