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Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) spoke on the House floor about the ongoing situation with Iran and commended President Trump for taking action to protect American lives. The House passed a partisan resolution aimed at weakening President Trump at a moment our nation should be steadfast and united by a vote of 224 to 194. Congressman Allen’s remarks can be found below.

Last week, President Trump used his authority and took clear, decisive action to protect American lives.

By eradicating Iran’s top terrorist, he sent a clear message to our enemies that the Obama days of appeasement are over, and America will once again stand up to terrorists.

We cannot allow another Benghazi.

However, I’m in disbelief that some members of this body are finding ways to blame President Trump for the current situation in Iran.

Fact 1: Iran’s regime has been an enemy of America since 1979.

In recent months, they have shot down U.S. drones, attacked oil tankers, shot rockets at our bases, and attacked and tried to take over our embassy.

Taking out Soleimani was a long overdue action to make the world a safer place and protect American lives.

Fact 2: President Trump does not want war.

Yesterday, while addressing the nation, President Trump made clear there is a path forward for peace with Iran if they are willing to set aside their nuclear ambitions.

This is personal for me.

My son and his family currently serve in an embassy abroad in a war-torn land.

I want to thank President Trump for protecting my family, and our women and men in uniform abroad.

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