Republican leaders reject demands for public hearings on Trump's war with Iran
By Frank Thorp V
Published on March 18, 2026.
Democrats are demanding public hearings into the Iran war, asking if President Donald Trump plans to put U.S. boots on the ground in Iran, secure nuclear material there, and how he plans to end the conflict in the Middle East. Few Republicans agree that such hearings are needed, with House Speaker Mike Johnson suggesting that they would compromise the operation in Iran. Democrats argue that if Republicans ignore their demands, they will force more votes on Trump's war powers. There is confusion about the president's strategy with Iran, including who will seize Iran’s nuclear materials and how does he intend to end Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
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