Shapiro blasts Trump’s decision to strike Iran but admits regime change needed

Published February 28, 2026 7:40pm ET



Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-PA) seemingly wavered over President Donald Trump’s decision to strike Iran early Saturday, lamenting what he sees as lacking a “clear plan” for the future of its government while simultaneously expressing the need for new leadership.

“In going to war with Iran, the President has not adequately explained why this war is urgent now, what this military campaign may look like, or what the strategic objective is,” Shapiro said in a statement. “President Trump and his Administration have not demonstrated to the American people that we have a clear plan with this mission.”

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