John Thune: “The capabilities that the Iranians have to hit a lot of our…”

“I think that's something, I hope at least that a big majority of Americans agree with. But we have vital interests in that region. And obviously The capabilities that the Iranians have to hit a lot of our allies in the region is something that we have to be well attuned to. as well. And I think the President is pursuing peace through strength by ensuring that America has the right assets in the right places at the right time, if necessary.” (01:20–01:27)

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