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Senator Accuses Donald Trump of 'Following' Benjamin Netanyahu Into Iran Strikes

Gallego criticized the strikes, calling the conflict a “dumb war” and accusing Trump of following Netanyahu.

Senator Accuses Donald Trump of 'Following' Benjamin Netanyahu Into Iran Strikes
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Sen. Ruben Gallego criticized President Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran, accusing him of following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and calling the conflict a “dumb war.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended the decision, citing the risk of U.S. casualties if the United States did not act.

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Senator criticizing the U.S. strikes on Iran

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President who ordered the strikes on Iran and is criticized by Gallego

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Secretary of State defending the decision to strike Iran

ALSO MENTIONED  Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s Supreme Leader, reported killed in the attacks; Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli prime minister whom Gallego accused of having long sought action against Iran

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Ruben Gallego Criticizes U.S. Strikes on Iran

Outlets agree that President Donald Trump launched military strikes on Iran without congressional authorization, prompting pushback from lawmakers. Senator Ruben Gallego joined critics opposing the action, arguing that presidents cannot enter wars without approval from Congress. Left-leaning outlets focus on whether the strikes bypass Congress to enter an unauthorized foreign conflict. Center outlets highlight bipartisan resistance to unauthorized military action, noting Gallego's military background. Right-leaning outlets frame the reaction as a legislative push to curb presidential war powers.

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