Facing bipartisan criticism of Iran deal, Trump lashes out at "fools"
Summary
President Donald Trump criticized Republicans who oppose the new U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding, calling them "fools." Several Republican senators, including Bill Cassidy and Ted Cruz, expressed strong opposition to the deal, while others like Lindsey Graham offered cautious support.Key Facts
- President Trump called critics of the U.S.-Iran deal "either jealous, bad people, or stupid."
- Senator Bill Cassidy said the deal fails to stop Iran’s nuclear ambitions and called it a major foreign policy mistake.
- Cassidy lost his primary race to candidates supported by President Trump.
- Senator Ted Cruz warned that the deal would send billions of dollars to Iran, potentially funding terrorism.
- Senator Lindsey Graham gave a cautious approval, saying the deal might help open the Strait of Hormuz and reduce hostilities.
- Senator Thom Tillis asked for more details about the deal before making a judgment.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune said senators expect a briefing on the Iran agreement soon.
- The deal caused debate among Republicans, showing a split in opinions about the administration’s foreign policy.
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