Kelly criticizes the Iran operation’s lack of a plan
Mark KellyUnited States senator for Arizona, a retired Navy combat pilot, and NASA astronaut.
Kelly criticizes launching the Iran operation without a clear mission or plan for what follows and demands immediate Senate oversight.
“I don’t think Donald Trump knows the answer, and that’s dangerous when American lives are on the line.”
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Other statements by Mark Kelly in this case
- Senate vote: Yea on H.Con.Res. 86 (Iran war powers)Later: Condemned
- Senate vote: Yea on H.Con.Res. 89 (Iran war powers)Later: Condemned
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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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His complete statement asks what comes after the military operation and compares its justification with the Iraq war. He expresses confidence in service members while questioning whether the mission makes Americans safer.
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His complete statement asks what comes after the military operation and compares its justification with the Iraq war.
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He expresses confidence in service members while questioning whether the mission makes Americans safer.
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The case concerns U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war. Kelly criticizes launching the Iran operation without a clear mission or plan for what follows and demands immediate Senate oversight.
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