Trump slams critics over US ammunition shortage claims amid Iran war
President Donald Trump dismissed reports of US ammunition shortages amid the conflict with Iran, labeling critics as 'treasonous.' He asserted that the US maintains unlimited stockpiles and criticized previous administrations for their handling of military aid to Ukraine.
Why it matters
The statement reflects the administration's stance on military readiness and foreign policy, signaling a shift in how the US manages its defense resources and international alliances.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) lashed out at people he described as "treasonous" over claims that the United States was running low on weapons amid its war with Iran, rejecting the reports.In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump maintained that the US has "virtually unlimited amounts" of ammunition.“The people and media outlets that keep harping on the fact that we have no ammunition (and they are 100% wrong!) are actually treasonous.
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