Emmer defends Operation Epic Fury as necessary to end Iran’s threat.
Tom EmmerU.S. Representative for Minnesota at the statement date.
Emmer defends Operation Epic Fury as necessary to end Iran’s threat.
“Operation Epic Fury is a bold, decisive, and necessary act of strength against a belligerent and ruthless enemy of freedom.”
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Other statements by Tom Emmer in this case
- House vote: Nay on H.Con.Res. 93 (Iran war powers)Later: Defended or excused
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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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He describes decades of Iranian violence against Americans, allies and Iranians. He says Trump is ending the conflict and criticizes Democrats over the Homeland Security shutdown.
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He describes decades of Iranian violence against Americans, allies and Iranians.
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He says Trump is ending the conflict and criticizes Democrats over the Homeland Security shutdown.
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Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Emmer defends Operation Epic Fury as necessary to end Iran’s threat.
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