In a fiery congressional hearing on Capitol Hill, Representative Adam Smith unleashed a blistering attack on Vice Admiral Brad Cooper over the US airstrike that killed more than 150 Iranian schoolgirls in Tehran 80 days ago. The hearing, marked by high tension and aggressive questioning, saw lawmakers accuse the military of a cover-up.
Lawmakers Demand Answers
Smith did not mince words, telling Cooper, 'You are making yourselves look like clowns!' The congressman demanded accountability for the strike on the Minab school, which the Pentagon claims was located on an IRGC base. Cooper repeatedly cited an 'ongoing investigation' as a reason for not providing details, further inflaming lawmakers.
Cover-Up Allegations
Several committee members accused the Defense Department of concealing the truth. They pointed to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's 'no quarter' strategy as evidence of a ruthless approach that led to civilian casualties. The White House was also exposed for falsely claiming the Strait of Hormuz remained open to shipping, a statement contradicted by recent naval incidents.
- Over 150 schoolgirls killed in the airstrike
- US officials claim the school was on an IRGC base
- Lawmakers call for an independent investigation
The hearing underscores growing bipartisan frustration with the Biden administration's handling of the Iran conflict, as tensions continue to escalate in the region.
