Summary
Senators will meet with top national security officials to discuss President Trump's decision to bomb three Iranian nuclear sites. Lawmakers are concerned about the need for congressional approval before such military actions. A U.S. intelligence report suggests the strikes only set back Iran's nuclear program by a few months, contrasting with some officials' claims of successful destruction.
Key Facts
- Senators are meeting with national security leaders about Trump's decision to bomb Iranian nuclear sites.
- The White House will hold a news briefing at 1 p.m. EDT.
- Some lawmakers think Trump needed Congress's approval for the strikes.
- A Senate vote is expected on a resolution requiring congressional approval for future strikes on Iran.
- A U.S. intelligence report states that Iran's nuclear program was only temporarily affected by the strikes.
- CIA Director John Ratcliffe and other top officials will brief the senators.
- Some officials say the nuclear sites were completely destroyed, while the intelligence report suggests otherwise.
- The discussion includes debate over the president's military powers and the need for congressional input.
