WASHINGTON — U.S. Representative Greg Stanton (D-Ariz.), a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement following the announcement that the United States has bombed multiple nuclear sites in Iran:
“I’m grateful to our service members tonight who carried out their missions with courage and competence, and I thank God for their safe return.
I have many serious questions about the President’s decision tonight. He failed to present clear and compelling evidence or come to Congress for authorization.
President Trump promised, “I’m not going to start a war,” and “Great nations do not fight endless wars.” That promise is now broken. This escalation risks dragging us into yet another endless war we cannot afford, and one that risks American lives.
President Trump must immediately reassure the American people of how he will protect the safety of our troops and allies in the region, and move us toward de-escalation and ultimately peace.”