On Saturday, House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune led the Republican acclaim for the military operation, asserting that the strikes were warranted following Iran's dismissive stance towards diplomatic solutions regarding its nuclear program. Both leaders were reportedly briefed on the strikes before their execution. Thune emphasized that Iran's hostility, including its threats against the U.S. and Israel, left no option but for decisive military action. Johnson echoed this sentiment, framing the strikes as a reflection of Trump’s strong foreign policy stance.

These differing views highlight the ongoing tensions around the use of military interventions and Congress's role in such decisions, raising questions about future U.S. involvement in Middle Eastern affairs.