Some GOP senators and Trump allies have harsh reviews of his agreement to end Iran war
The 60-day pact would lift sanctions and open the Strait of Hormuz, but Republican lawmakers say it may reward Tehran too heavily.
- President Donald Trump's memorandum of understanding with Iran faces immediate backlash from Senate Republicans, who criticize the framework's lack of transparency and potential concessions regarding sanctions relief.
- Senator Roger Wicker and Senator Tom Cotton specifically challenged the $300 billion reconstruction fund and oil sanctions removal, arguing these terms could generate $200 million daily for a regime they view as threatening.
- Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Wicker warned the agreement 'negotiates away the victories of Operation Epic Fury,' while Cotton called aspects of the deal 'a step in the wrong direction.'
- Thune and other GOP members expressed a 'high level of dismay,' demanding details to ensure financial incentives remain conditioned on Iran's performance regarding nuclear weapons.
- Defending the negotiations on Thursday, Trump dismissed critics as 'jealous, bad people, or stupid,' asserting the country remains 'strong, safe, and respected like never before' despite GOP opposition.
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In the USA there is growing criticism of the framework agreement with Iran - also from the ranks of the Republicans. Above all, the planned reconstruction fund for Tehran is resisting.
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