Rep. Eugene Vindman is among a generation of young Democrats who ran for Congress, in part, because of their experience fighting a forever war in the Middle East. Party leaders, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are amplifying those voices as Democrats seek to navigate the fallout from the quickly escalating war. Elizabeth Frantz/ReutersFor now, most Democrats are firmly condemning Trump’s decision to strike Iran without first seeking congressional approval. Party leaders are eager not to repeat history and sow divisions that plagued them over the Iraq war more than 20 years ago. His twin brother, Alex, was wounded in an IED attack in Iraq by an “Iranian manufactured” projectile, Vindman said Wednesday.

Source: CNN March 05, 2026 11:17 UTC