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Senators Warn Trump Against Iran Strikes Amid Protests
Sen. Rand Paul cautions that strikes could unite Iranians behind their government and raise constitutional war powers issues, urging Congress to approve any military actions.
- On Jan 11, 2026, President Donald Trump is weighing military action including strikes on Iran's security leaders and will be briefed Tuesday by senior administration officials.
- Escalating protests in Iran have prompted U.S. senior officials to consider cyberattacks, sanctions, and boosting online support for protesters beyond kinetic options.
- At least two U.S. senators cautioned on Sunday television programs, with Mark Warner warning strikes could unite Iranians, Lindsey Graham urging to kill leadership, and Rand Paul doubting bombing’s effectiveness.
- U.S. regional military commanders warned officials to consolidate positions and prepare defenses before strikes, citing Iran’s threat to target U.S. military bases if attacked.
- U.S. political reactions include mixed signals as Reza Pahlavi said `I'm already planning on that` on `Sunday Morning Futures` and President Donald Trump posted about Iranian 'freedom' Saturday.
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Rand Paul says Trump's threat to bomb Iran 'is not the answer': Not the 'job of the American government'
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., on Sunday spoke out against President Donald Trump's threats to bomb Iran, warning that such an attack may backfire as the U.S. government monitors the Middle Eastern country's response to widespread protests.During an appearance on ABC's "This Week," Paul said he is unsure that striking Iran "will have the effect that is intended.""I don't think I have ever heard a president say they may take military action to protect pr…
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