A series of GOP lawmakers is urging President Biden to take action against Iran in response to a drone strike tragedy in Jordan that killed three U.S. service members and injured at least two dozen. The strike, attributed to “radical Iran-backed militant groups,” occurred near the Syrian and Iraqi border. Republicans criticized the Biden administration for what they see as past failures in responding to Iranian-linked attacks and called for stronger action.
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Iran Faces Intense Criticism from Lawmakers Over Escalating Drone Strike Tragedy
House Intelligence Committee Chair Mike Turner expressed sadness over the drone strike tragedy, linking it to the administration’s failure to respond to previous attacks. Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Marco Rubio criticized Biden for not imposing direct consequences on Iran, warning that such attacks would spread and harm Americans. The drone strike tragedy is part of an escalating series of attacks on U.S. bases in the Middle East, believed to be orchestrated by Iranian proxies.
Lawmakers, including House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul and House Armed Services Committee Chair Mike Rogers, criticized the administration’s Middle East policy, calling for a reset to protect national security interests and restore deterrence. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise accused Biden of emboldening Iran, while Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the need to send a clear message that attacks on U.S. troops will not be tolerated.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urged Biden to demonstrate American might against Iran, claiming that adversaries will not back down until the United States imposes significant consequences. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed dissatisfaction with Joe Biden’s national security team and urged the administration to hit important targets inside Iran for both deterrence and revenge.
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Biden, addressing the situation, held a moment of silence for the fallen soldiers and pledged a response without specifying details. The criticism extended to the 2024 campaign trail, with Republican figures like Nikki Haley and former President Trump blaming Biden’s perceived weakness for the drone strike tragedy. Trump described it as a consequence of Biden’s weakness and surrender.
The situation raises concerns about the potential escalation of conflict in the Middle East, with repeated attacks signaling risks for broader regional tensions.
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