- Vice President JD Vance privately expressed skepticism about the United States attacking Iran before Operation Epic Fury began, according to a new report.
- Unnamed administration officials claimed Vance “opposes” the war and is “worried about success,” despite his public endorsement of the military campaign.
- Vance has publicly defended the war, stating it will not be an open-ended conflict and that President Donald Trump has taken steps to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
- Trump acknowledged Vance was “philosophically a little different” and “less enthusiastic” about the war, but still “quite enthusiastic.”
- White House officials, including Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, have downplayed internal divisions, describing Vance as an “indispensable voice” and a valuable team member.
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