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YOUTUBE (The Hill) - Rep. Tom Cole: Democrats Must Support Funding for Troops in Iran War | The Hill Sunday

Rep. Tom Cole joins Chris Stirewalt on The Hill Sunday to discuss the war with Iran, warning Democrats against using shutdowns or funding fights during wartime. Cole argues that once U.S. troops are committed to combat, Congress has a responsibility to give them the resources they need to stay safe and succeed even if lawmakers disagree with the mission. He points to past conflicts where he supported funding under Democratic presidents for that reason.

YOUTUBE (The Hill) - Iran War Debate: Rep. Adam Smith , Rep. Tom Cole on Funding, China, and U.S. Weapons Stockpiles

On The Hill Sunday, Chris Stirewalt speaks with Rep. Adam Smith, Rep. Tom Cole, and retired Gen. John Teichert about the growing war with Iran. Smith warns Congress may ultimately need to cut funding to end the conflict and raises concerns about China helping Iran resupply. Cole argues that once troops are deployed, Congress must ensure they have the resources to succeed. Teichert also cautions that the U.S. doesn’t have unlimited weapons stockpiles and must rapidly expand advanced manufacturing to keep up with wartime demand.