- Marjorie Taylor Greene, a loyalist, criticised the president's address on the Iran conflict, stating she heard only "war, war, war" and that it lacked focus on domestic issues.
- The president's 20-minute speech focused on the ongoing conflict in Iran, threatening severe retaliation and claiming military objectives would be met shortly.
- The conflict, which began with joint US and Israeli strikes on 28 February, has raised concerns among some Republicans and Democrats due to soaring gas prices and fears of escalation.
- Former counterterrorism chief Joe Kent urged against deploying ground troops, while Democrats, including Representative Ted Lieu and Senator Chuck Schumer, condemned the address as "rambling" and neglecting public services.
- Conversely, some Republicans, such as Senator Tim Scott, supported the president's firm stance against Iran, citing the regime's past actions and the need for a clear objective.
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