An Abrupt Move That Stunned Aides: Inside Trump’s Aborted Attack on Iran
WASHINGTON — By the time President Trump met with congressional leaders on the afternoon of June 20, he had already decided to retaliate against Iran for shooting down an American surveillance drone. But for once, he kept his cards close to the vest, soliciting advice rather than doing all of the talking. “Why don’t you go after the launch sites?” a Republican lawmaker asked. “Well,” Mr. Trump replied with a hint, “I think you’ll like the decision.” But barely three hours later, Mr. Trump had changed his mind. Without consulting his vice ...
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