Trump Seeks Iran Deal; GOP Lawmakers Fear Excessive Concessions

Central News Agency, Washington, May 24. President Trump's push over the weekend for a deal with Iran has sparked backlash within his own party, with several Republican lawmakers warning that he may be making too many concessions to Tehran. According to the Financial Times, following reports that US negotiators were nearing a deal, foreign policy hawks such as Senators Lindsey Graham and Ted Cruz spoke out publicly. The proposed deal reportedly includes concessions to Iran, extending the current ceasefire, gradually reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and paving the way for negotiations to dismantle Iran's nuclear program. Sources say the deal would involve discussions on disposing of Iran's high-enriched uranium stockpile, while the US would agree to phase out sanctions and unfreeze Iranian assets abroad. However, before details were made public, many Republicans, including loyal supporters, questioned the strategy. Senator Graham stated on social media that such a deal would only help the regime survive and grow stronger. Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo also criticized the plan as inconsistent with 'America First.' The White House responded aggressively to these criticisms, highlighting the political challenges Trump faces in unifying the GOP.