Senator Sullivan Backs Iran Strikes, Opposes War Powers Measure

0:00From Anchorage, this is your March 2nd update, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan from Alaska voiced strong support for the recent American strikes on Iran that took out the supreme leader in top officials. He argued that past diplomatic efforts under the Trump administration failed to halt Iran's nuclear program, making the action necessary against what. He sees as terrorist leaders rather than true statesmen. Speaking to reporters in Anchorage on Saturday, Sullivan described the situation as fluid and risky, stressing that any regime change should come from. The Iranian people themselves. He avoided weighing in directly on whether Congress should authorize more military moves. Senator Lisa Murkowski also reacted quickly with a statement praising the troops involved and calling for full briefings from the administration. Similar to those provided last summer, after another targeted operation against Iran, she once Congress informed on goals and risks ahead. This comes as lawmakers prepare to vote next week on a war power's

1:01measure designed to limit further attacks. Most Democrats in some Trump critics in the GOP back it, turning the vote into a key test of the administration's approach. With strikes already underway, Sullivan said he's not likely to support the resolution, heightening the stakes in Washington as events unfold rapidly. Overseas, the daily news now is made possible with support from our sponsor. When you need a moment alone, just lay back and listen.