Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., Monday voiced strong support for President Donald Trump’s actions against Iran, stating the president is taking necessary steps to confront a regime responsible for violence in the region and attacks against Americans.
Tuberville began by saying, “Well, number one, let’s take care of business.” He described the Iranian government as having killed tens of thousands of its own citizens before Trump intervened. “I’ve been all for what he’s been doing simply for the fact that this cult over there was actually killing their own people – tens of thousands – before President Trump went in there,” Tuberville said.
Tuberville argued the Iranian regime has also caused American deaths over many years and praised Trump for directly addressing it. “They’ve killed thousands of Americans over the years,” he added. “He’s the first president that’s actually said enough’s enough of this nonsense. We’re going to knock these people out, give them a new regime.”
The senator suggested removing Iran’s leadership could create an opportunity for Iranians to reclaim their country, though he noted many citizens remain fearful due to retaliation risks. “The people in Iran probably want to come out of their holes and try to take this country back,” Tuberville said. “But they’re afraid to stick their head out because they’re afraid somebody over there will shoot them.”
Tuberville also highlighted the difficult geopolitical situation Trump faces, stating the U.S. has not received sufficient assistance from other nations that benefit from regional stability. “He’s between a rock and a hard place right now because we’re not getting any help out of NATO or China or people that also benefit from the oil that comes out of the straits,” he said.
Despite these challenges, Tuberville expressed confidence in U.S. success. “At the end of the day, the president is on the right side,” he added. “God’s on his side, and we’ll get the job done.”
The Alabama senator urged fellow lawmakers not to politicize the conflict, warning that domestic political calculations could undermine security goals. “If we mix politics with what President Trump is doing in the Middle East, we will not get the satisfaction and the endgame of winning,” Tuberville stated.
Tuberville also dismissed concerns about rising oil prices, noting energy costs have fluctuated during periods of global conflict. “We worry a little bit about oil prices going up,” he said. “But we’re talking about the security and freedom of the world.”
