Transcript: Sen. Mark Kelly on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 14, 2026
Summary
Senator Mark Kelly discussed recent events involving Israel and Iran, highlighting concerns about rising costs for Americans and military supply shortages. He also talked about ongoing support for Ukraine and the need for agreement on a US-Ukraine drone deal.Key Facts
- President Trump said the Israeli attack on Beirut should not have happened and stressed that all sides should stop fighting.
- Senator Kelly said President Trump canceled the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) in 2018, which led to higher costs for energy and food in the US.
- Kelly confirmed the US military is low on munitions because of recent conflicts and restocking will take years.
- The Ukraine war continues, and Ukraine still needs weapons support from the US.
- Ukraine is waiting for President Trump’s approval on a US-Ukraine drone deal.
- Senator Kelly supports the idea of US and Ukraine co-producing weapons, which could benefit both countries.
- Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth appeared less interested in co-manufacturing weapons with Ukraine.
- The interview took place on the show "Face the Nation" on June 14, 2026.
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