KVVU: Nevada’s congressional delegation responds to strikes on Iran

Five members of Nevada’s congressional delegation issued statements this weekend in response to U.S. military action against Iran.

Each lawmaker called on the administration to engage Congress and raising concerns about the prospect of a prolonged regional conflict. The White House has said that briefing may come later this week.

Lee awaits intelligence briefing, cites Iran missile launches
Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., said she remains firm in her commitment that Iran cannot be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon but is awaiting an intelligence briefing on the justification for the strikes and the strategic plan for their conclusion.

Lee said she wants a plan that ensures the region will not suffer further instability and that the Iranian people will be able to transition to a democratic government and peace. She also noted that the Iranian regime is responsible for funding global terrorism and killing Americans.

“These strikes came without the approval of Congress or the American people,” Lee said. “Throughout history, too often the United States started wars without a plan to end them, losing too many of our sons and daughters along the way.”

Lee said Iran is currently launching missiles toward U.S. bases in the Middle East and that she is praying for the safety of U.S. servicemembers.

“The American people are opposed to another forever war,” Lee said. “America’s ultimate goal must be peace.”