We are now watching as the war between the U.S. and Iran enters its 37th day this Sunday. This comes as fighting continues despite President Donald Trump’s claim that Iran had been "completely decimated." Reports indicate that Iranian officials have warned that further attacks could have catastrophic regional consequences, raising fears of a broader crisis in the Middle East. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Ahmad Sharawi, a research analyst at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who focuses on Middle East affairs.
President Donald Trump’s Easter morning post about Iran prompted criticism across the country this weekend, with some lawmakers now calling for his removal.
Several Democratic lawmakers have posted to social media that they think Trump’s Cabinet should look at invoking the 25th Amendment and removing him from office.
FILE - U.S. President Donald Trump during a prime-time address to the nation in the Cross Hall of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Photographer: Alex Brandon/AP Photo/Bloomberg via Getty Images
President Trump renewed his threats against Iran Sunday in a profanity-laced post on Truth Social, saying "you'll be living in Hell" if the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for oil shipments, isn't reopened by Tuesday.
"Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran," Trump wrote on Sunday. "There will be nothing like it!!! Open the [F***in'] Strait, you crazy bastards, or you'll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah. President DONALD J. TRUMP."
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Trump’s harsh tone was met with criticism by lawmakers and others around the country - with many calling for his removal from the White House by way of the 25th Amendment.
Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (D, Ariz.) was one, saying she believes he’s a national security threat.
Rep. Melanie Stansbury (D, N.M.) urged Congress and the Cabinet to act.