Rep. Mark Green on Iranian Sleeper Cells and National Security Threats

Threat of Iranian Sleeper Cells

• 🎯 Congressman Mark Green states that while there are known sleeper cells in the U.S., Americans should not be overly worried as agencies are actively working to prevent attacks.
• ⚠️ Over a hundred individuals with Iranian or terrorist ties have been apprehended in the last seven days, with a total of around 670 since the current administration took office.
• 💡 These individuals were not necessarily plotting attacks but were allowed into the U.S. by the previous administration.

Evidence of Iranian Hostility

• 🔍 The U.S. has concrete evidence of Iran's hostile actions, including attempts to kill an Iranian journalist in New York City, and targeting figures like Mike Pompeo, John Bolton, and the U.S. President.
• 💥 The threat of sleeper cells is twofold: conducting terrorist attacks or energizing Americans to carry out similar acts.
• 🤫 Specific intelligence regarding ongoing plots cannot be disclosed publicly.

American Response and Political Commentary

• 🇺🇸 Americans are advised to live their lives normally and not let enemies intimidate them, especially heading into July 4th.
• 🗣️ Green criticizes Democrats for blaming President Trump's actions for potential risks from Iranian sleeper cells, while simultaneously advocating for open borders and disarming citizens.
• 🚀 The presence of Iranian sleeper cells would be significantly more dangerous if Iran were to acquire a nuclear weapon.

Deterrence and Future Relations with Iran

• 🛡️ Congressman Green believes that Donald Trump's unpredictability and determination to defend the country deters Iran from ordering attacks within the U.S.
• 🤝 While direct negotiation with Iran might not lead to defense, a period of peace could be achieved, as Iran's recent missile response was primarily for domestic audiences.
• ❓ The communication delay for Iran to