Late Saturday night the United States, under the orders of President Donald Trump, successfully bombed and inflicted severe damage to three, Iranian nuclear sites. “Operation Midnight Hammer” was undertaken with the cooperation of Israel with B-2 bombers attacking the sites with minimal communications. “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan,” President Trump wrote on Truth Social Saturday.
President Trump, in addressing the nation last night, stated, “All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home. Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”
Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D – Dist. 5) was the first northern New Jersey Congressional member to issue a statement following the United States’ attack, saying, “Tonight, the United States took critical and decisive action to protect America, and freedom and democracy at home and around the world — stopping Iran’s nuclear program in its tracks.
Since 1979, the Iranian regime has been openly committed to the destruction of the United States of America — what they call the ‘Great Satan.’
In support of that goal, Iran, the world’s leading sponsor of terror, has built a global network of terrorist proxies — including Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis — and has relentlessly pursued a nuclear weapon. They have killed and injured scores of American civilians, targeted our service members, and attacked our key democratic allies, including Israel.
According to the IAEA, and as recently as last week, Iran has repeatedly violated their nuclear nonproliferation obligations. Their Fordow nuclear facility was key to the success of their nuclear program. Thanks to American might and leadership, it now sits in ruin.
The destruction of Iran’s nuclear program is essential to ultimate peace in the Middle East. This is not a Democratic or Republican issue — dealing with the Iranian threat is central to America’s national security. The world is safer because of the actions of our brave service members. I’m praying for the safety of our service members in the region.”
Media reports indicate that the President informed the Republican leadership in Congress before the attack, but not the Democratic leadership, which has led some Democratic members of Congress to call the attack unconstitutional.
In addressing the Nation last night, President Trump added, “Tonight, the United States took critical and decisive action to protect America, and freedom and democracy at home and around the world — stopping Iran’s nuclear program in its tracks.
Since 1979, the Iranian regime has been openly committed to the destruction of the United States of America — what they call the ‘Great Satan.’
In support of that goal, Iran, the world’s leading sponsor of terror, has built a global network of terrorist proxies — including Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis — and has relentlessly pursued a nuclear weapon. They have killed and injured scores of American civilians, targeted our service members, and attacked our key democratic allies, including Israel.
According to the IAEA, and as recently as last week, Iran has repeatedly violated their nuclear nonproliferation obligations. Their Fordow nuclear facility was key to the success of their nuclear program. Thanks to American might and leadership, it now sits in ruin.
The destruction of Iran’s nuclear program is essential to ultimate peace in the Middle East. This is not a Democratic or Republican issue — dealing with the Iranian threat is central to America’s national security. The world is safer because of the actions of our brave service members. I’m praying for the safety of our service members in the region.”
Rep. Rob Menendez (D – Dist. 8) issued the following statement last week following Israel’s attack against Iran, saying, “Preventing Iran from obtaining or developing a nuclear weapon is a priority that we share with our allies throughout the region and across the globe. The recent International Atomic Energy Agency report, combined with Iran’s well-established record of ignoring nonproliferation agreements, highlights the urgent need for action. As we move forward, the United States must reaffirm our commitment to support Israel’s right to defend itself, work diplomatically to support nonproliferation efforts, and advocate for enduring peace and stability throughout the region. Iran must understand that, as these efforts continue, any attack on United States forces, citizens, or assets would be a serious error. We stand with Israel in this moment and will continue to be a voice for democracy both in the Middle East and here at home.”