Trump Criticizes Media Over Limited Impact of US Iran Nuclear Strikes

President Donald Trump has strongly defended the recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, insisting that the facilities were "completely destroyed" despite reports from U.S. intelligence agencies suggesting the damage was less extensive and that Iran's nuclear program was only delayed by a few months. Trump criticized major media outlets like CNN and The New York Times for what he called a coordinated effort to "demean" the military operation, labeling their reports as "fake news" and accusing journalists of deliberately undermining his administration. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Vice President JD Vance echoed Trump's position, asserting that the strikes were highly successful and effectively obliterated Iran's nuclear capabilities. However, some U.S. officials and analysts cautioned that the preliminary damage assessments indicated the core nuclear infrastructure remained largely intact. The strikes have also sparked domestic controversy, with figures such as Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez calling for Trump's impeachment over the lack of congressional authorization, while others, including sports figures and coaches, expressed either criticism or support for the president's military actions. The debate over the strike's impact and political ramifications continues to unfold amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.