Moulton Statement on Attacks on U.S. Servicemembers in Northeastern Jordan

SALEM, MA – Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) issued the following statement after attacks by Iran-backed militant groups killed three U.S. servicemembers and injured dozens more in Jordan this weekend.  

“While we mourn the loss and honor the sacrifice of the brave soldiers who stand on the front, this is a time for smart, strategic power, not political bluster. From Iranian-backed militias to China, we have enemies across the world who want to see America bogged down in another war in the Middle East.

To the chicken hawks calling for war with Iran, you’re playing into the enemy’s hands—and I’d like to see you send your sons and daughters to fight.

We must have an effective, strategic response on our terms and our timeline.

Deterrence is hard; war is worse.”

Congressman Moulton represents the 6th District of Massachusetts. He served four tours as a Marine in Iraq. He sits on the House Armed Services Committee, the House Select Committee on China, and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.