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Trump Eyes Massive Iran Strike

Trump said he is close to ordering a massive attack on Iran bigger than previous strikes.

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DIFFERENT FOCUS

Left outlets focused on Congressional pushback and Iranian civilian suffering; right outlets emphasized U.S. military resolve and Iran's threat escalation.

LEFT FOCUS

  • The House voted to limit Trump's authority on Iran; the Senate failed to advance a similar measure. Washington Post
  • Iranians say cycles of violence and economic crisis have put everyday life on hold. New York Times
  • The votes marked the first test of Republican support for the conflict since strikes resumed this month. Washington Post

RIGHT FOCUS

  • Rubio said Trump wants 'a head for an eye,' not just an eye for an eye, on Iran. New York Post
  • Satellite imagery shows Iran rapidly rebuilding missile bases damaged by U.S. and Israeli strikes. Daily Wire
  • Iran's increasingly precise strikes are fueling Pentagon fears that Russia or China is helping Tehran target U.S. troops. New York Post
  • The Washington Examiner argued the U.S. is doing the world's dirty work and the war should not be called 'Trump's war.' Washington Examiner