Schumer says Trump administration must ‘make its case’ after Rubio briefing on Iran

Published February 24, 2026 6:55pm ET



Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) called deliberations over Iran “serious” following a Gang of Eight intelligence briefing with Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

“Look, this is serious, and the administration has to make its case to the American people,” Schumer said.

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