Biggs says he does not support the Iran war
Andy BiggsAndy Biggs is a Republican politician in Arizona and a candidate for governor. He represents Arizona's 5th Congressional District in the U.S. House. He previously held office in the Arizona legislature, including as president of the state Senate.
Asked directly whether he supports the Iran war, Biggs says he does not support it, per se.
“I don’t support the war, per se”
Interview
Other statements by Andy Biggs in this case
- Biggs defends Trump’s Iran operationEarlier: Defended or excused
- House vote: Nay on H.Con.Res. 93 (Iran war powers)Earlier: Defended or excused
Where this statement fits
Do they support the war in Iran?
An issue tracker recording where members of Congress and 2026 congressional candidates stand on continued U.S. military operations against Iran, based on their votes, campaign statements, and public remarks.
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Arizona’s Family political editor Dennis Welch questions Biggs while he campaigns for governor. The full original interview report preserves his qualification. Biggs says the administration knows his views and describes the conflict as beyond his reach to resolve.
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Arizona’s Family political editor Dennis Welch questions Biggs while he campaigns for governor. The full original interview report preserves his qualification.
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Biggs says the administration knows his views and describes the conflict as beyond his reach to resolve.
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The case concerns U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war. Asked directly whether he supports the Iran war, Biggs says he does not support it, per se.
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The Dispute Index. "Biggs says he does not support the Iran war". First published: 2026-09-30. Last updated: 2026-09-30. https://disputeindex.com/events/3701-asked-directly-whether-he-supports-the-iran-war