Tom Cotton
Senior Republican Senator
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View Timeline →U.S. Escalates Military Strikes Against Iran Amid Ongoing Naval Blockade
The U.S. has intensified military strikes against Iran amid a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. Key figures such as Sen. Tom Cotton are…
Senator Tom Cotton warns Trump's Iran deal could fund terrorism with $200 million daily
Senator Tom Cotton expressed concerns that President Trump's Iran deal could provide the Iranian regime with $200 million daily, potentially funding terrorism. Cotton emphasized the…
US Senator Calls for Sanctions on Entities Supporting Iran's Control of the Strait of Hormuz
US Senator Tom Cotton has urged the Treasury Secretary to impose sanctions on entities that pay Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming…
US Imposes $1.61 Million Fine on Freight Forwarder for Sanctions Violations Linked to Iran's Mahan Air
The US Treasury Department announced that Fracht FWO Inc. will pay $1.61 million for violating US sanctions related to Iran's Mahan Air, which is accused…
Senator Cotton on Protests in Iran: It's Just the Beginning; Our Military is Always Planning Regarding the Islamic Republic
Senator Tom Cotton discussed the ongoing protests in Iran, emphasizing that the U.S. military is preparing multiple options to exert pressure on the Iranian regime.…
Reactions from Members of Two Parties in the U.S. Congress; 'Real Hell' is Coming for the Islamic Republic
U.S. Congress members express strong support for Iranian protesters amid increasing violence from the Islamic Republic. Key figures like Senators Graham and Cruz predict severe…
Senator Graham: A Massive Wave of 'Military, Cyber, and Psychological Attacks' Against the Islamic Republic Regime is Coming
U.S. lawmakers, led by Senator Lindsey Graham, have expressed strong support for Iranian protesters, warning of a significant military and cyber response to the Islamic…
Senator Tom Cotton: Tehran Should Not Be Allowed to Rebuild Its Nuclear and Missile Programs
Senator Tom Cotton warns against allowing Iran to revive its nuclear and missile programs, emphasizing the threat posed by Tehran and its proxies to U.S.…
Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed by Senate as Director of U.S. National Intelligence
The U.S. Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard as the Director of National Intelligence with a narrow vote. Gabbard, a former Congresswoman, has pledged to reduce bureaucracy…
Widespread Opposition from U.S. Officials to ICC's 'Anti-Israeli' Ruling
The ICC issued arrest warrants for Israeli leaders, prompting strong condemnation from U.S. officials, including President Biden, who labeled the ruling unjust and reaffirmed U.S.…
American Lawmaker: Trump Will Resume 'Maximum Pressure' on Iran
Elise Stefanik has been selected by Donald Trump as the next U.S. ambassador to the UN, indicating a potential return to the 'maximum pressure' policy…
Reaction of Several Republican Senators to the Killing of Hassan Nasrallah: His Hands Were Stained with American Blood
Several Republican senators expressed support for Israel's killing of Hassan Nasrallah, calling him a terrorist responsible for American deaths. This event highlights the ongoing tensions…
U.S. Lawmakers React to the Killing of Israeli Hostages; Lindsey Graham: Iran Must Be Held Responsible
U.S. lawmakers reacted to the killing of six Israeli hostages by Hamas, with Democrats calling for a ceasefire and Republicans criticizing Biden for insufficient support…
Lindsey Graham: Hezbollah and the Islamic Republic are one; Israel has the right to target the masterminds of terrorism anywhere and anytime
Lindsey Graham stated that Hezbollah and the Islamic Republic are essentially the same entity and that Israel has the right to target terrorists globally. He…
Netanyahu Did Not Mention Haniyeh; Confirms Israel's Role in Killing Hezbollah Commander
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the killing of Hezbollah commander Fouad Shukr, linking him to attacks on Israeli civilians. He did not address the…
Senator Tom Cotton's Reaction to the Killing of Haniyeh: America is Safer Without This 'Hamas Terrorist'
Senator Tom Cotton and Marco Rubio reacted to the killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, asserting that the U.S. is safer without him.…
The Number of Victims from Houthi Attack on a Commercial Ship Increases; CENTCOM: Three Crew Members Killed and Four Injured
A Houthi missile attack on a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden resulted in three crew members killed and four injured. The attack has…
American Senator Calls for Immediate Sanctions on Iranian Drone Manufacturer in Russia
Senator Tom Cotton has called for immediate sanctions on a Russian drone manufacturer collaborating with Iran to produce drones for use against Ukraine. This cooperation…
Officials Say Hijacked Tanker is Safe After U.S. Navy Response
A U.S. Navy ship responded to a distress call from the hijacked tanker Central Park in the Gulf of Aden, ensuring its safety. The incident…
American Lawmakers' Proposal to Sanction Iran's Missile Development Program
Senator Tom Cotton has introduced a bill to impose stricter sanctions on Iran's missile development, citing concerns over drone attacks and the arming of proxies.…