President Trump Shocks: Dismisses Tulsi Gabbard’s Iran Nuke Claim—”Don’t Care What She Said”
President Trump has contradicted the earlier assessment of Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Trump warns that the regime is “close” to possessing a nuclear weapon.
In March, Gabbard testified before the Senate Intelligence Committee that Iran’s Supreme Leader had not authorized a nuclear weapons program since 2003.
Trump responded aboard Air Force One, stating, “I think they are very close to having one,” dismissing Gabbard’s perspective.
Recently, Israel launched strikes against Iran, targeting military officials, scientists, missile sites, and nuclear facilities under the pretext of an imminent threat.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Iran could develop a nuclear device within months if not stopped, emphasizing Israeli intelligence indicated Iran was actively weaponizing uranium, with enough material for nine bombs.
A senior US government official confirmed that Iran appears to be near developing a nuclear weapon, possessing components necessary to assemble one.
Netanyahu claimed Iran has enough uranium for nine bombs, based on Israeli intelligence, countering Gabbard’s previous assessment.
Amid this tension, the US administration’s stance remains firm, with concerns that Iran might quickly achieve nuclear capability. Critics within the MAGA base oppose President Trump’s support for Israel’s military actions.
Vice President JD Vance, on X, indicated that Trump may take further steps to hinder Iran’s nuclear progress, emphasizing trust in the President’s intentions.
Gabbard, now less visible publicly, was reportedly absent from a strategic meeting at Camp David on Iran. Her past warnings warned of potential nuclear annihilation, although these did not directly relate to current Israel-Iran conflicts.
The IAEA recently published a brief report indicating Iran’s enrichment activities, particularly uranium up to 60%, raising concerns despite lack of evidence for an active nuclear weapons program.
Experts highlight that while 90% enrichment is typical for weapons, reaching 60% is a critical step, and Iran’s current levels are alarming.
Trump has long insisted Iran must not develop nuclear weapons, warning of regional arms races. After withdrawing from the JCPOA in 2018, the US imposed sanctions, and Israel’s strikes occurred just before planned nuclear negotiations, which were later canceled.
Trump posted on Truth Social, emphasizing Iran “cannot have a nuclear weapon” and urging a full evacuation of Tehran amidst a mass exodus.
He also dismissed recent reports of peace negotiations, asserting, “If Iran wants to talk, they know how to contact me.” The US continues to monitor the situation closely.