LIVE BLOG: Kansas City area leaders comment after U.S. strikes Iran

As the Congressman for Whiteman AFB, I’ve been saying for weeks that our airmen in the 509th bomber wing are ready, capable, and lethal.

Tonight, they showed the world what they can do to protect American interests and keep our citizens safe.

MO-04 strong! pic.twitter.com/osuwoTvzhl

— Rep. Mark Alford (@RepMarkAlford) June 22, 2025

🚨 PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH REQUIRES STRENGTH 🇺🇸

We strongly support President Trump’s targeted strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities.

The Ayatollah must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon and we will always stand with Israel. pic.twitter.com/8JKDIhdvPU

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— Rep. Mark Alford (@RepMarkAlford) June 22, 2025

Iran is an adversary of the U.S. and should not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. Tonight our military executed its mission professionally and courageously. I pray for the safety of all our troops in the region, and we must be vigilant in protecting against any Iranian…

— Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) June 22, 2025

President Trump Made the Right Call to deploy American Forces to strike nuclear sites in Iran and he should be commended for his decisive leadership. Iran could never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. Thanks to the resolve of our Commander in Chief and the courage and…

— Mike Pence (@Mike_Pence) June 22, 2025

🚨Tonight America’s STRENGTH comes from Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. Proud home of the B2 bomber. https://t.co/MYndVSXD2f

— Attorney General Andrew Bailey (@AGAndrewBailey) June 22, 2025