Republicans on Capitol Hill, campaign trail joyful about prisoner release, still upset about Iran nuclear deal
Middle East,Iran,Iran Negotiations,Republican Party,Sanctions
Republicans on Capitol Hill and the campaign trail expressed optimism and happiness Saturday about Iran releasing five U.S. citizens but continued raising concerns about the nuclear deal with Tehran that is expected completed this weekend and connected to the accord.
βHopeful this long ordeal for our four Americans held hostage in Iran finally appears to be over,β tweeted GOP presidential candidate and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. βPraise God! Surely bad parts of Obama's latest deal, but prayers of thanksgiving that Pastor Saeed is coming home.β
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