March 17, 2026
Top Counterterrorism Official Resigns Over Iran War
Joe Kent says Iran posed no imminent threat to the United States and that the current armed conflict is due to pressure from Israel.
TL;DR
- Joe Kent resigned as director of the National Counterterrorism Center on March 17.
- His resignation stems from disagreement with President Trump's decision to enter armed conflict with Iran.
- Kent stated Iran posed no imminent threat to the nation.
- He believes the war was initiated due to pressure from Israel and its American lobby.
- Kent is possibly the first high-profile Trump administration member to resign over the Iran conflict.
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