“We continue on a daily basis very successfully to degrade Iran’s ability to target ships.”
“We did a pause to try to get an agreement with the Iranian people to allow oil to flow without them attacking it.”
“One of the mistakes which some political analysts make is to think that their enemies should be our enemies.”
“The only reason why the U.S. is conducting strikes is against assets of Iran that are being used to attack global commercial shipping.”
“We cannot afford to leave Tennessee behind.”

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On the recordMarch 8, 2025
I think a lot of people don't understand the strategy of these enemies of the United States and what they're utilizing.
Said by
Kristi Noem
Republican · South Dakota
Source
cbsnews.com

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Noem highlights the threat of fentanyl and the need for strong action.

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