June 22, 2025 | Washington, D.C. — President Donald J. Trump, reaffirming his “Peace Through Strength” doctrine, authorized precision strikes on multiple Iranian nuclear and military facilities over the weekend. The bold military action comes amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran and marks the United States’ formal entry into the widening conflict.
Congressional Republicans, conservative leaders, and Christian advocates have swiftly united in support of the President’s decision, praising it as necessary to protect both American interests and Israel’s right to exist.
The White House confirmed Saturday evening that U.S. B-2 bombers, supported by electronic warfare aircraft, targeted uranium enrichment sites, IRGC missile depots, and command-and-control hubs in western and southern Iran. The operation, dubbed Operation Resolute Shield, followed reports of a failed Iranian missile attack on U.S. personnel stationed in Jordan and a direct Iranian strike on Israeli civilian centers earlier in the week.
President Trump’s brief address from the Oval Office late Saturday night emphasized America’s moral clarity. “When tyrants threaten our allies and plot against innocent civilians, the United States will act decisively,” he said. “We do not seek war—but we will never shrink from confronting evil.”
The move has drawn resounding support from Republican leadership. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) stated Sunday morning, “President Trump has once again demonstrated what leadership looks like. The Iranian regime’s genocidal ambitions must be checked, and we are proud to stand with our Commander-in-Chief and with Israel.” Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell echoed the sentiment, calling the strikes “both proportional and essential.”
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who has long warned of Iran’s nuclear intentions, commented that “the world is safer today because President Trump refuses to appease terrorists and tyrants.” Conservative media and commentators quickly aligned behind the action, noting that the strike not only reinforces U.S.-Israel ties but also sends a powerful message to adversaries like China and North Korea.
On social media, the official White House X account stated: “America will never tolerate nuclear threats from rogue regimes. Iran must understand: we stand with Israel. We stand with peace. We stand with strength.” The post garnered millions of interactions within hours, most overwhelmingly positive from American users and Israeli citizens.
Christian leaders also weighed in, emphasizing the spiritual and prophetic significance of the U.S.-Israel alliance. Pastor John Hagee, founder of Christians United for Israel, said in a Sunday livestream, “This is more than a military action. It is a stand against evil. President Trump is defending God’s chosen people and fulfilling a biblical responsibility.”
Critics of the previous administration’s Iran policy have pointed to this conflict as a consequence of what they view as years of appeasement and weakness. “This situation didn’t happen in a vacuum,” said former National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien. “The Biden administration’s restoration of the Iran nuclear deal and its soft posture encouraged Tehran to ramp up aggression, embolden Hezbollah, and terrorize the region.”
According to a Christian Post report, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked the United States, stating, “We are grateful to President Trump and the American people. These strikes have leveled key facilities used to terrorize Israel. Together, we will win this battle.”
Initial Pentagon reports suggest the strikes caused significant disruption to Iran’s nuclear progress without incurring high civilian casualties. Advanced U.S. weapons systems—including bunker-busting GBU-57 bombs—were deployed with precision, guided by months of satellite intelligence and Israeli cooperation.
Meanwhile, pro-Israel rallies have erupted across the U.S., particularly in Bible Belt states and key swing districts, signaling a deep connection between evangelical voters and American foreign policy. Many supporters expressed a renewed sense of national pride after years of what they perceived as globalist diplomacy.
Despite threats of retaliation from Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, U.S. forces remain on high alert in the region. The Trump administration has not ruled out further action if Iran escalates. Defense Secretary Tom Cotton stated, “We are not in this fight for symbolism. We are here to end Iran’s nuclear ambitions and deter further aggression. Our troops are ready, and our mission is clear.”
Democrats, by contrast, appeared fragmented in their response. While some moderates cautiously endorsed the operation, others—particularly from the progressive wing—have expressed concern about “escalation.” However, the President’s approval ratings among conservatives have jumped in recent overnight polling.
Eric Thompson, a Christian broadcaster and military veteran, voiced what many on the right are feeling: “President Trump did what was right—not what was politically easy. This is about choosing good over evil, courage over compromise. Iran has threatened the world long enough, and this response is a breath of fresh air.”
With the Middle East once again at the center of international headlines, Trump’s decision could redefine the 2026 election landscape. Already, foreign policy is becoming a central talking point in campaign events, with Republican candidates rallying around a reinvigorated message of American strength and moral leadership.
As the dust settles from the first wave of strikes, both allies and adversaries are watching Washington closely. But one thing is clear: under Trump’s leadership, America is no longer content to lead from behind.
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