Friends -
Last night, Iran attacked air bases in Iraq that house U.S. troops and personnel. Fortunately, no lives were lost, but Donald Trump must take responsibility for the lives of our servicemembers, civilians, and allies that were put in danger with his dangerous escalation of conflict with Iran.
Over the weekend, Donald Trump tweeted threats of retaliation if Iran were to strike the United States.
He said that his administration has targeted 52 sites, including cultural sites, that he would hit should such an attack take place.
Let me be very clear here: Attacking cultural sites is a war crime, and the Trump administration knows it.
Imagine if the Statue of Liberty were attacked. Or the Tao Pueblo in New Mexico. Or the memorials along the National Mall. That’s why destroying cultural sites is a violation of international law.
The United States Senate must act to prevent any further escalation and block Donald Trump from launching unlawful military actions. We are dangerously close to going to war with Iran when we should instead be working to put a stop to the endless wars in the Middle East.
Today, I introduced a resolution condemning Trump’s threats to target cultural sites, and I need you to stand with me on this issue.
His actions over the past week have made our country less safe. We cannot allow his threats to go unchallenged.
Thank you for standing with me in this fight.
- Ed
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