Senator Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) engaged in a discussion with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on July 22, 2026, regarding statements made by Hegseth in April about the U.S. military's performance in Iran. Ossoff challenged Hegseth's assertion that 'Operation Epic Fury' resulted in an 'overwhelming victory' and that Iran's military had been rendered 'combat ineffective for years to come.'
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Ossoff questions Hegseth on claims of military success in Iran
Senator Jon Ossoff questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about his claims of an 'overwhelming victory' by the U.S. military in Iran during a discussion on July 22, 2026. Ossoff highlighted Hegseth's previous statements regarding the effectiveness of Iran's military following 'Operation Epic Fury.'
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Ossoff spars with Hegseth over claims of ‘overwhelming victory’ in Iran
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Ossoff questions Hegseth on claims of military success in Iran