Senior Republican senators, pro-Israel Dems express support for Israel’s strike against Iran

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ISRAEL'S HILL ALLIES Senior Republican senators, pro-Israel Dems express support for Israel's strike against Iran OFFICE OF SEN. LINDSEY GRAHAM (R-SC) But a number of skeptical lawmakers — mainly congressional Democrats — expressed concern the attack could spark a wider war By Marc Rod Many of the highest-ranking Senate Republicans, along with leading pro-Israel Democrats, expressed support for Israel's preemptive strikes on Iran, but a number of skeptical lawmakers — mostly Democrats — expressed concern that the strikes could set off a broader war in the region. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR), the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee said, minutes after reports of the operation began, "Proud to stand with Israel." Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) soon followed, saying, "Game on. Pray for Israel." Cotton later added that "We back Israel to the hilt, all the way," adding that if "the ayatollahs harm a single American, that will be the end of the ayatollahs." House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), said "Israel IS right—and has a right—to defend itself!" READ MORE Follow us You received this email because you signed up to receive emails from Jewish Insider. Was this email forwarded to you? Subscribe to receive our Jewish Insider alerts. If you have any feedback, thoughts and news tips don't hesitate to email us at editor@JewishInsider.com.    © 2025 Jewish Insider • 228 Park Ave S • PMB 40660 • New York • NY 10003 Manage Subscription Preferences  •  View in Browser