WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump is terminating the United States’ participation in the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran as it failed to protect America’s national security interests. He has now directed his administration to immediately begin the process of re-imposing U.S. nuclear-related sanctions which will target critical sectors of Iran’s economy, such as its energy and financial sectors.
Those doing business in Iran will be provided 90-day and 180-day periods of time to allow them to wind down operations in or business involving Iran. Those who fail to end such activities with Iran by the end of the period will risk severe consequences.
Sasse’s comments on Iran Deal
The Iran deal has always been terrible. Today is a reminder that if you live by the Presidency, you die by the Presidency. We ought to be clear about this: Donald Trump isnt ripping up a treaty; hes walking away from Barack Obamas personal pledge. Two and a half years ago, President Obama made a bad deal with Iran without support from Congress, and today President Trump is pulling out of President Obamas personal commitment, and he doesnt need Congresss support to do so. American foreign policy makes lasting progress when it is led by the President, approved by Congress, and presented honestly to the American people.
