Rep. Turner Warns of Iran's Nuclear Threat

Rep. Mike Turner, chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, warned that Iran might declare itself a nuclear weapons state by the end of the year, attributing this potential escalation to the Biden administration's policies. Turner, speaking on CBS News' 'Face the Nation,' criticized the current administration for not implementing stringent measures to deter Iran's nuclear advancements. The 2015 Iran nuclear deal, from which President Trump withdrew the U.S. in 2018, had initially restricted Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanction relief. Former President Trump, while expressing a desire to be 'friendly' with Iran, emphasized that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. Military experts highlighted the strategic timing for Iran, given the uncertain U.S. political landscape, suggesting Iran might seize the opportunity before a potential Trump re-election. The Biden administration has reiterated its commitment to preventing Iran from becoming a nuclear power, despite ongoing challenges in negotiation efforts.