BISMARCK, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong released the following statement on the joint U.S.-Israeli military strikes in Iran. “The Trump administration gave the Iranian regime every opportunity to agree to terms for their nuclear program. Instead, Ayatollah Khamenei’s terrorist regime used stall tactics while continuing to terrorize our ally Israel and Iran’s own people,” Armstrong said. “The administration’s decisive action to launch joint strikes with Israel will neutralize the regime’s nuclear threat and make the world safer. We thank our military members for defending our freedom with courage and precision, and we pray they remain safe throughout these operations. The Iranian people have been given an opportunity to choose their destiny. We hope they choose democracy over dictatorship.”

North Dakota Senator John Hoeven, issued the following statement on Iran: “Iran is the world’s largest state sponsor of terrorism and has been relentless in seeking nuclear capabilities. Despite the administration’s efforts to reach a diplomatic solution, the Iranian regime has refused to negotiate in good faith while murdering their own people. These strikes, in coordination with our ally Israel, will keep the regime from rebuilding its nuclear weapons program. We are grateful for our brave servicemembers for their skill and dedication and pray for their safety and success in keeping our nation secure and free.”

And Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) released the following statement: “I support President Trump’s decisive actions in response to Iran’s decades of relentless terrorist activity, its continued pursuit of nuclear weapons, and the grave threat it poses to the United States and our allies who seek freedom and peace. “We must stand firm against those who threaten our security and the safety of our allies. Under this oppressive regime, neither the Iranian people nor the broader world can fully enjoy peace, stability, and prosperity. “May God bless our brave service members carrying out this mission. Please join me in praying for their safety and for the success of this operation. Congressional leaders were briefed earlier this week, and I look forward to receiving additional details from the administration on next steps in the region.”

Not every American was in favor of the joint U.S. Israeli attack on Iran. Mike Bedenbaugh a U.S. Navy veteran and author called the attacks on Iran “Reckless Overreach.” The United States started dropping bombs on Iran Saturday in “major combat operations” joined by Israel. President Trump defended the attacks as aimed to take out Iran’s ballistic missile and nuclear programs. He also encouraged Iranians to “take over your government. Bedenbaugh slammed the military action as dangerous and unconstitutional.

Bedenbaugh is also a historic preservationist, political commentator, and author of Reviving Our Republic. Grounded in lessons throughout American history, his book proposes 40 actionable reforms created to make a U.S. government that truly works for the people. As a community leader and podcast host, Mike empowers the average citizen to take action and Reviving Our Republic is a blueprint for addressing the most challenging issues facing America today.

When asked about the latest attack on Iran by President Trump and Israel, he said: “War should be avoided at all costs. What happened to America first and stopping endless wars? This will start one and cost military lives. It’s reckless and destroys constitutional governance.”

Mike believes the Constitution should guide government decisions and can give insight on:

●        Why this attack on Iran is dangerous and another massive abuse of power

●        The risks this creates for America, its military personnel, and US citizens

●        Why these actions are unconstitutional and the message it sends to congress

●        How normalizing this executive branch overreach can erode a republic

●        Understanding the historical catastrophes of causing international instability

●        Why it’s the purpose of the Constitution to restrain reckless military decisions