Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush and the nonprofit United Against a Nuclear Iran (UANI) have voiced strong support for military strikes ordered by U.S. President Donald Trump against Iran. The group described the operation as a decisive step after years of unsuccessful diplomatic efforts aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear ambitions. The strikes come amid an ongoing military campaign known as Operation Epic Fury, launched in late February 2026 by U.S. and Israeli forces. The operation targets key Iranian nuclear facilities, missile programs, military infrastructure, and senior leadership. Early reports suggest significant damage to these assets and major disruptions within Iran’s leadership structure.
According to administration officials, the decision to strike followed months of stalled indirect negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Despite diplomatic outreach, tensions escalated as Iran continued advancing its nuclear activities and supporting regional proxy attacks. President Trump argued that previous administrations had attempted diplomacy without success and that decisive action was necessary to counter what he described as decades of Iranian aggression toward the United States and its allies. In a public statement, UANI Chairman Jeb Bush and CEO Mark Wallace praised the military operation and the forces carrying it out. They commended American and Israeli service members for what they called a historic mission against the Iranian regime, while also applauding President Trump’s decision to authorize the strikes. The statement argued that Iran’s leadership had spent decades promoting instability, violence, and threats across the region.
Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance attempted to reassure Americans that the conflict would remain limited. In remarks to the press, Vance said the United States has no intention of becoming involved in a prolonged Middle East war. Instead, he emphasized that the administration’s goal is targeted action designed to weaken Iran’s military capabilities while maintaining pressure for a diplomatic resolution. As the strikes continue, the situation remains highly fluid, with analysts debating the potential regional and political consequences of the operation.
