This legislation is bad policy and it sets a bad precedent. Today Congress is attempting to block legal U.S. arms sales to strategic partners who face increased threats from Iran and terrorist proxies. The administration is ensuring that our allies in the Middle East have the capabilities to defend themselves and protect the hundreds of thousands of Americans who live and work in the Gulf states. These allies depend on military equipment from the US to hold the line against Iran, Al Qaeda, ISIS and other threats. If we don't supply it, they will buy it elsewhere. (00:29–00:42)
CLAIM
Asserts that the administration is helping Middle Eastern allies defend themselves and protect Americans in the Gulf.
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