Scalise defends the operation as achieving its objectives
Steve ScaliseU.S. Representative for Louisiana at the statement date.
Scalise defends Trump’s military action as necessary to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran and says the operation is succeeding.
“Epic Fury has been successful in achieving its objectives.”
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Other statements by Steve Scalise in this case
- House vote: Nay on H.Con.Res. 93 (Iran war powers)Later: 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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Asked about the war’s direction, he says Trump is meeting clearly stated objectives and protecting America and the world. In the complete ABC interview, he declines to speculate about ground troops, supports continued White House engagement with Congress and discusses a potential funding request.
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Asked about the war’s direction, he says Trump is meeting clearly stated objectives and protecting America and the world. In the complete ABC interview, he declines to speculate about ground troops, supports continued White House engagement with Congress and discusses a potential funding request.
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Asked about the war’s direction, he says Trump is meeting clearly stated objectives and protecting America and the world.
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In the complete ABC interview, he declines to speculate about ground troops, supports continued White House engagement with Congress and discusses a potential funding request.
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Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Scalise defends Trump’s military action as necessary to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran and says the operation is succeeding.
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The Dispute Index. "Scalise defends the operation as achieving its objectives". First published: 2026-09-30. Last updated: 2026-09-30. https://disputeindex.com/events/3930-scalise-defends-trump-s-military-action-as-necessary