Washington, D.C. – Rep. Lois Frankel (D-FL-22), Ranking Member of the House National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee released the following statement today after the United States carried out strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

“Here’s what’s not up for debate: For decades, the Iranian regime has threatened Israel’s very existence, armed terrorist proxies, and relentlessly pursued nuclear weapons, all while chanting “Death to Israel” and “Death to America.” It has American blood on its hands, both directly and through its network of terror proxies. Most alarmingly, Iran’s nuclear ambitions, ballistic missile arsenal, and genocidal rhetoric pose an existential threat to Israel and a grave danger to global security,” said Rep. Frankel.

“As we move forward, President Trump must abide by the Constitutional authority of Congress and engage in constructive, bipartisan cooperation to advance peace and stability in the region, and to ensure that Iran never obtains a nuclear weapon. The safety and security of Israel, our allies, and the United States depend on it.” 

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