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Senator Fetterman claims U.S. is far safer after recent strikes on Iran

Senator John Fetterman told Chris Cuomo that the United States is "100%" better off now than under the Iran nuclear deal, citing recent military actions against Iran.

On NewsNation's "Cuomo" program, Senator John Fetterman expressed confidence that the United States is now "100%" better positioned than it was under the Iran nuclear deal. He highlighted recent U.S. strikes that, in his view, have eliminated most of Iran's military capabilities and damaged numerous nuclear facilities. Fetterman warned that if the June "Midnight Hammer" operation had not occurred, Iran would likely have continued toward a nuclear weapons capability.

Although he declined to criticize the Obama-era JCPOA directly, he described it as a failed approach after 47 years of unsuccessful negotiations. Host Chris Cuomo asked for clarification on the comparison, and Fetterman reaffirmed his belief that the current situation is far more favorable. The interview w.

Why it matters

The senator's remarks shape public perception of U.S. policy toward Iran and the effectiveness of recent military actions.

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Iran nuclear dealJCPOAMidnight HammerU.S. military strikesJohn FettermanChris Cuomo