Senate to Grill Intel Chiefs as Iran War Sparks Backlash and Resignations

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hear from top U.S. intelligence officials amid growing questions about the Iran war and its justification, as resignations and public criticisms emerge. One aide, Joe Kent, quit, alleging that U.S. actions were pressured by Israel and lobbying efforts, while Tulsi Gabbard publicly defended the administration’s view of an imminent threat. An earlier 2025 intelligence assessment suggested Iran was not building a nuclear weapon, complicating the public narrative as allies grow reluctant to engage and lawmakers seek accountability on the war’s endgame.