Senators Tom Cotton and Lindsey Graham have urged President Trump to rethink his decision to strip security details from former aides affected by threats from Iran. This move has alarmed allies and raised concerns about discouraging current staff from providing honest advice on sensitive national security issues. The senators highlighted the ongoing danger posed by Iran towards these officials, particularly in light of their previous roles in aggressive policies against Iranian threats, including the operation that killed Qassim Suleimani. The intelligence community continues to recognize these threats as significant and real.
Senator Cotton urged Trump to reconsider stripping security from former advisors targeted by Iran, warning it could discourage current aides from providing candid advice.
Senator Graham expressed concern that Trump’s decision might dissuade future volunteers from advising on sensitive issues, jeopardizing effective counsel critical for national security.
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