Jordan supports continuing the Iran operation until its anti-nuclear objective is achieved.
Jim JordanU.S. Representative for Ohio at the statement date.
Jordan supports continuing the Iran operation until its anti-nuclear objective is achieved.
“I think until we reach the objective, reach the goal.”
Interview
Other statements by Jim Jordan 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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Interview
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In CNN’s full interview, he defends the operation after failed negotiations and accepts higher fuel costs. He says ground troops are not being discussed and expresses a preference against them, but does not impose a firm restriction.
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In CNN’s full interview, he defends the operation after failed negotiations and accepts higher fuel costs.
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He says ground troops are not being discussed and expresses a preference against them, but does not impose a firm restriction.
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Relative to U.S. military involvement in the 2026 Iran war, Jordan supports continuing the Iran operation until its anti-nuclear objective is achieved.
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