Moody defends the initial Iran action as a response to threats

Ashley MoodyU.S. Senator for Florida at the statement date.

Moody defends the President’s action against Iran as responding to threats from the regime.

“When someone says they want to destroy you, you should listen, and we have a @POTUS that did just that.”

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Moody defends the initial Iran action as a response to threats (opens in a new tab)Original verified @SenAshleyMoody post, February 28, 2026, 10:08 AM displayed

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Her post describes the regime’s threats, terrorism and destabilization. She praises the President for responding to those threats and prays for the operation’s success and troops’ safety. The justification for action establishes a position beyond a prayer alone.

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Her post describes the regime’s threats, terrorism and destabilization.

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She praises the President for responding to those threats and prays for the operation’s success and troops’ safety. The justification for action establishes a position beyond a prayer alone.

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Defended or excused

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Why this label?

Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Moody defends the President’s action against Iran as responding to threats from the regime.

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