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John Thune Responds to Calls for Public Hearings on Iran War
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Lead article · NBC News · CENTERRepublican leaders reject demands for public hearings on Trump's war with IranARTICLES
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Democrats are pressing for public hearings on the Trump administration’s war with Iran, while House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune argue that public hearings could undermine the operation or serve political purposes. Several other senators express support for hearings, though some say they should wait.
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Republican leaders reject demands for public hearings on Trump's war with IranJohn Thune said closed briefings already allow lawmakers to ask the administration difficult questions.CRED 85BAL 70When each side covered it
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