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Roger Wicker: I also oppose the U.S. lifting any sanctions on Iran, or unfreezing Iranian funds, in exchange for Iran’s mere agreement…

On the recordJune 19, 2026
I also oppose the U.S. lifting any sanctions on Iran, or unfreezing Iranian funds, in exchange for Iran’s mere agreement to negotiate for another 60 days.
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Roger Wicker
Republican · Mississippi

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Opposition to lifting sanctions on Iran.

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