Bonamici Statement on Trump Withdrawing the United States from Iran Nuclear Agreement

WASHINGTON, DC [05/08/18] – Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) made the following statement after President Trump announced he is not waiving sanctions under the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, effectively removing the United States from the Iran Deal.

"I'm deeply concerned about President Trump's unilateral decision to back out of the Iran deal. The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action was negotiated through cooperation, and it hinges on verification that Iran is not pursuing nuclear weapons. Every official inspection and report thus far indicates Iran's compliance. Dismantling the deal – particularly without any alternative in place – puts our country and our allies at risk and diminishes our nation's credibility around the world. The US alone cannot prevent Iran, and other nations, from developing nuclear weapons. We must work in concert and coordination with our global partners. Today's action is an disappointing step in the wrong direction. "