Comer Backs President’s Handling of Iran, Warns of Global Consequences
By JOBEnews
Following the Barren County Lincoln Day Dinner, JOBEnews reporters asked Congressman James Comer for his assessment of rising tensions involving Iran and the broader geopolitical risks.
Comer said global powers are closely watching developments in the region, including Russia.
“Of course they’re watching Russia,” Comer said. “But the good thing is Ukraine is keeping Russia busy right now. I don’t think Russia wants any part of the United States. If you’ve watched the first 24 hours and the video, you know our military is superior. We have the best equipment and the best forces in the world.”
Comer noted he is not a supporter of American-led regime change efforts overseas but acknowledged serious concerns about Iran’s leadership and nuclear ambitions.
“I’m not a big fan of American-forced regime change,” he said. “But there’s clearly a problem in Iran, and it started during the Obama administration. President Trump is having to go in and clean that up.”
Comer said Iran was dangerously close to obtaining a nuclear weapon and posed a direct threat to Israel.
“They were very close to having a nuclear weapon and threatening to fire that weapon at Israel — and potentially being able to penetrate the Iron Dome,” Comer said. “If the Middle East breaks out into war with Israel, you’re talking about the potential for World War III.”
He warned that a broader conflict would have severe economic consequences for the United States and the global economy.
“That would be a major detriment to the economy, and American lives would be lost,” he said. “We don’t want to see that.”
While calling the situation unfortunate, Comer said he supports the president’s actions.
“It’s unfortunate what the president had to do, but I support the president,” he said.
This is the first installment in a three-part series featuring Congressman Comer’s remarks following the Lincoln Day event. Upcoming issues will address the Epstein investigation and speculation surrounding a potential run for Kentucky governor.
(Footnote: The full interview video will be available at JOBEnews.com and shared alongside this story for those following JOBEnews on Facebook.)
