Van Hollen argues Netanyahu found Trump ‘stupid enough’ to drag him into Iran war
Senator Chris Van Hollen criticized President Donald Trump for being drawn into the Iran war by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He argued that Trump had campaigned on avoiding new conflicts but has instead escalated tensions. Van Hollen believes that the U.S. can end the war without relying on China's involvement.
- ▪Senator Chris Van Hollen accused Netanyahu of finding a president 'stupid enough' to engage in war with Iran.
- ▪Van Hollen stated that Trump could stop the war by changing course and does not need China's support.
- ▪He highlighted that Trump's actions contradict his campaign promises of avoiding wars and lowering prices.
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Media Van Hollen argues Netanyahu found Trump ‘stupid enough’ to drag him into Iran war 'The fastest way to end the war in Iran is just to stop digging a hole even deeper,' the Maryland senator said By CJ Womack Fox News Published May 17, 2026 12:48pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Van Hollen claims Netanyahu found Trump ‘stupid enough’ to go to war with Iran Sen. Chris Van Hollen slammed President Donald Trump during an appearance on "Meet the Press," accusing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of finding a president "stupid enough" to join a long-sought war with Iran. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen.
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