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Israel's strike killing Iran's acting leader, Ali Larijani, escalates regional tensions. Meanwhile, the U.S. proposes a $50 billion defense aid package, sparking debate in Congress. Political gridlock continues with the TSA shutdown and stalled 'SAVE America Act' voter ID legislation.
Senior military officials reportedly warned against slashing resources for civilian protection at the Pentagon, warnings that may have been ignored. Now, a devastating strike in Iran has intensified scrutiny on these decisions.
A U.S. missile strike on an Iranian primary school, which killed at least 175 people including many children, was caused by "fundamental mistakes" and outdated intelligence, according to a preliminary investigation. Former military officials cite critical failures in vetting and verification processes.
Senator Patty Murray expressed deep "sickness" over a deadly Iran strike, attributing it to outdated data and poor preparation. She demanded top-level accountability from the administration and criticized the lack of public debate and clear objectives for the ongoing war.
Senator Mark Kelly criticized former President Trump's Iran strike decision, stating it lacked justification and cost American lives without enhancing safety. Kelly emphasized the absence of an "imminent threat," questioning the rationale behind the escalation.
Representative Pramila Jayapal has strongly condemned President Trump's strike on Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, labeling it "illegal and unconstitutional." She argued that the action bypassed Congress, setting a dangerous precedent for executive overreach in matters of war.
