Under President Trump’s leadership, peace through strength is back.

Earlier this month, Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran, hitting nuclear facilities and scientists, missile sites, and top military leaders. The countries have continued striking each other in the days since, with the U.S. helping Israel to intercept and destroy incoming Iranian ballistic missiles.

As you may know, President Trump and his team have spent months negotiating in good faith with Iran to reach a nuclear peace agreement. Yet the Iranian Regime signaled it was unwilling to continue talks amidst Israeli strikes. Notably, U.S. Central Command General Kurilla recently testified that Iran is “mere steps” from reaching weapons-grade uranium, adding if the Regime decided to “sprint to a nuclear weapon,” its current stockpiles could produce “up to ten nuclear weapons in three weeks.”

President Trump has repeatedly urged an unconditional surrender from Iran, firmly stating the Iranian Regime cannot be allowed to have a nuclear weapon. After weighing with his national security team on whether to directly combat Iran’s nuclear program and the severe threat it poses to our nation, President Trump took decisive action over the weekend. 

On Saturday, the U.S. struck three Iranian nuclear sites, Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Dubbed “Operation Midnight Hammer,” B-2 stealth bomber pilots made a 37-hour trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Iran and back — representing the longest B-2 mission since 2001. U.S. forces launched a total of 75 precision-guided munitions, including 14 GBU 57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators — 30,000 pound bunker-busting bombs.

President Trump touted the mission as a success, noting the attack obliterated Iran’s nuclear facilities.

Yesterday, Iran responded by launching a theatrical retaliatory attack on Al-Udeid, the American airbase in Qatar — which resulted in no U.S. casualties. Iran gave the U.S. advanced notice of the attack, presenting a performative strike similar to Iran’s response after President Trump took out General Qassem Soleimani in 2020.

After the strike, President Trump stated “Iran can now proceed to peace and harmony in the region,” adding he will encourage Israel to follow suit. Hours later, the President announced that he brokered a ceasefire between the two nations.

Folks, President Trump’s decisive action was historic. The Trump Administration has successfully devastated Iran’s nuclear capabilities and negotiated a ceasefire between Israel and Iran — all without resulting in any U.S. injuries or sparking a larger regional conflict. Under President Trump’s leadership, “Peace through Strength” isn’t just a slogan, it’s a proven, winning strategy. 

As we continue to monitor the situation, I’m hopeful both Iran and Israel will abide by the ceasefire and follow President Trump’s sincere calls for peace. Please join me in continuing to pray for America, our troops, and harmony in the region.

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Last Week's Results:

82% support the House-passed $9.4 billion rescissions package.

Atlanta VA Health Care System

Rep. Clyde Meets with Atlanta VA Health Care System Executive Director Kai Mentzer to Discuss Shared Goal of Ensuring North Georgia Veterans have Access to Quality Health Care Services

Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)

Rep. Clyde Meets with TVA Officials to Discuss Sensible Approach
to Address Chatuge Dam Spillway Safety Concerns

Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC)

Rep. Clyde Meets with Jackson EMC Team to Discuss Energy Production Updates, Grid Security, and Reliable Electricity Supply

Rep. Clyde Attends Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce’s On-Topic Luncheon, Featuring Economic Update from Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish

[Gwinnett Chamber President & CEO Nick Masino & Metro Atlanta Chamber Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish]

Rabun County was recently recognized by the Georgia General Assembly as the “Waterfall Capital of Georgia!”! This well-deserved accolade highlights Rabun County’s natural wonders — boasting approximately 120 waterfalls, including Minnehaha and Dick’s Creek Falls. The effort was spearheaded by Lake Burton resident Andrew Harris, who worked with Sen. Bo Hatchett and Rep. Victor Anderson to successfully pass a resolution awarding Rabun County with this exciting designation in both the Georgia Senate and Georgia House of Representatives.

Congratulations, Rabun County! I’m deeply honored to represent and serve Georgia’s beautiful Ninth District.

Lawmakers are back in Washington to consider the following pieces of legislation:

• H. Res. 516: This resolution condemns the violent riots that have recently taken place in Los Angeles, California, calls on local and state officials to work with the federal government to restore law and order, and expresses gratitude to law enforcement officers and ICE agents for keeping our communities safe.
• H.R. 875, the Jeremy and Angel Seay and Sergeant Brandon Mendoza Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025: This bill makes driving while intoxicated or impaired a deportable offense for illegal aliens and grounds to bar them from entering the country.
• H.R. 3944, the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2026: This annual appropriations bill provides FY26 funding for military construction, the VA, and related agencies that honor our commitment to veterans and service members, fund critical military construction, and support a strong national security.
• H.R. 275, the Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2025: This legislation requires the Department of Homeland Security to report the number of “special interest aliens,” or illegal aliens that pose a security risk to the U.S., apprehended at the border.
• H. Res. 519: This resolution condemns the horrific attacks on Minnesota lawmakers and their families in Brooklyn Park and Champlin, and calls for the rejection of political violence in Minnesota and throughout the United States.

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