Mike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearing
A US Democratic Congressman challenged UN Ambassador Mike Waltz during a congressional hearing, questioning troop safety in Jordan. The congressman played an Al Jazeera video to support his concerns about the danger posed by Iranian strikes on US bases. Some lawmakers do not trust the Trump administration to be open about the risks faced by US troops.
- ▪A congressional hearing was held to discuss troop safety in Jordan.
- ▪An Al Jazeera video was played during the hearing to question the safety of US troops.
- ▪Lawmakers are concerned about the danger posed by Iranian strikes on US bases.
- ▪The Trump administration is facing scrutiny over its transparency about the risks faced by US troops.
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Toggle PlayMike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearingNewsFeedMike Waltz pressed over Al Jazeera video during congressional hearingA US Democratic Congressman challenges UN Ambassador Mike Waltz during a congressional hearing, playing an Al Jazeera video to question troop safety in Jordan. Some lawmakers do not trust the Trump administration to be open about the danger posed by Iranian strikes on US bases.Published On 24 Jul 202624 Jul 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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