US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will hold a briefing at the Pentagon following the country’s unprecedented strike on Iran. He is expected to speak on Sunday at 8am EST.
President Donald Trump said US air strikes on Sunday had “completely and totally obliterated” Iran’s main nuclear enrichment facilities, and warned of more attacks to come if Tehran does not seek peace.
Multiple Republicans and Democrats raised constitutional concerns about Trump acting without approval by Congress. But GOP leaders offered support for his move.
After Trump announced the strikes Saturday, elected Democrats questioned Trump’s decision — particularly without authorization from the U.S. Congress. “Horrible judgment,” said Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va.