Top Republican warns Trump against making a deal with Iran: 'Finish the job'
A top Republican senator has warned President Trump against pursuing a deal with Iran, advocating instead for continued military pressure. Senator Roger Wicker emphasized the importance of finishing the military campaign against Iran's capabilities. His comments reflect a divide within Republican national security circles regarding the administration's approach to Iran negotiations.
- ▪Senator Roger Wicker urged President Trump not to abandon military pressure on Iran for diplomacy.
- ▪Wicker stated that pursuing a deal with Iran risks a perception of weakness.
- ▪Secretary of State Marco Rubio acknowledged some progress in negotiations with Iran, but no agreement has been reached.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 15:33:38 -0400 |
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War With Iran Top Republican warns Trump against making a deal with Iran: 'Finish the job' Armed Services Committee chairman says administration should let military 'reopen the strait' instead of negotiating By Morgan Phillips Fox News Published May 22, 2026 3:33pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video US and Iran continue negotiations over Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions Jeff Paul reports from Dubai on Iran's talks with Oman to charge fees for Strait of Hormuz transit, prompting U.S. warnings. General Charles Walld discusses U.S. military control and NATO's role in countering Iranian threats and preventing dominance.
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