Senator Kelly on Iran Deal, Munitions Shortage After Beirut Attack

Senator Mark Kelly expressed concern over the potential disruption of Iran peace talks following Israeli attacks in Beirut. Speaking on CBS's "Face the Nation," Kelly acknowledged the president's call for de-escalation but stated he had not seen the details of the proposed memorandum of understanding.

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Well, I haven't seen the details yet, Margaret, and you know, I don't know if this is a special day, and if we're very close to a deal. I do agree with what the president said about standing down.

Kelly criticized the Trump administration's 2018 withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), arguing it led to an "unauthorized war" with Iran and increased costs for Americans, particularly for energy and food. He highlighted the current economic strain on the public, making it difficult for many to afford basic necessities.

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We're here because in 2018, Donald Trump tore up the JCPOA and got us into an unauthorized war with the Iranians, and all this has done for the American people is driven up costs, the costs of energy, so, specifically gasoline, the cost of food. And this is at a time when the American people are having a historic time just affording their lives.

Addressing military preparedness, Kelly confirmed a significant shortage of munitions, a situation that will take "years to rebuild." He explained that extensive use of missiles and bombs in recent conflicts has depleted stockpiles. This shortage complicates the ability to provide aid to allies like Ukraine, which continues to require support.

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Well, as Secretary Hegseth said in front of the Armed Services Committee, of which I'm a member, this will take years to rebuild the stockpiles of munitions, so of course we have a munitions issue.