Senate Scrutiny: Trump Aides Face Grilling Over Iran Conflict

U.S. senators are scheduled to publicly question top aides to President Donald Trump regarding national security amid the Iran conflict during the Senate Intelligence Committee's annual hearing on worldwide threats.

The discussion is expected to emphasize the unsettling Middle East conflict that began on February 28, with lawmakers from both parties pressing for more transparency about the war that has claimed thousands of lives, affected millions, and impacted global markets. Democrats have particularly criticized the administration for not sufficiently informing Congress, insisting on public testimony instead of the private briefings held previously.

Testimonies from officials like the Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe will probably also address the unexpected resignation of Joe Kent, a top aide to Gabbard, who stepped down in protest of the Iran war, accusing the U.S. of succumbing to pressure from Israel.