Lawler disagrees with Trump on Iran war: 'It is certainly not small potatoes'

A Republican congressman has publicly distanced himself from President Trump’s recent remarks downplaying the severity of the conflict with Iran, calling the situation "serious" and emphasizing the gravity of military escalations. The statement marks a notable break from the president’s framing of the tensions, signaling growing divisions within the party over foreign policy. Lawler’s comments reflect broader concerns among lawmakers about the potential risks of heightened military activity in the region. The response underscores the political and strategic debates unfolding as diplomatic and military tensions remain elevated.

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) on Sunday broke with President Trump regarding the commander in chief's recent statement about the Iran war where he downplayed the conflict. “Any time you are at war or in a military escalation, it is certainly not small potatoes. It is serious. I think we all recognize that,” Lawler told CNN’s...