Former US Congresswoman Claims Nuclear Strike on Iran Is Being Discussed in White House Strategy Meetings

Former US Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene alleged on August 16, 2026, via her X (formerly Twitter) account that senior officials in the US administration are discussing the possibility of using nuclear weapons against Iran. She stated these discussions are taking place in strategic meetings and emphasized, "I’m not speculating, I know." However, Greene did not provide any evidence to support her claims, and no official confirmation has been made by the White House or any US government entity.

Greene further claimed that the Trump administration considered lowering the threshold for nuclear weapon use against Iran and that US intelligence assessments on Tehran’s nuclear capabilities are being disregarded in favor of Israeli intelligence estimates. She warned that such a move could trigger global escalation and a "nuclear disaster."

This statement comes amid heightened tensions as the 60-day window set by the US-Iran memorandum of understanding officially expires, with no significant progress toward resolving Iran’s nuclear issue or reaching a new agreement. At this stage, Greene’s remarks remain an isolated and unverified assertion rather than an indication of official US policy regarding nuclear weapons use against Iran.