Vance pushes back on GOP critics of Iran deal as 60-day clock begins

Vice President Vance pushed back on Republican criticism of the memorandum of understanding with Iran, as he announced Thursday that the 60-day clock on the next phase of nuclear negotiations is set to start.

“So many of what I’ve read or heard that people believe about this is fundamentally untrue,” Vance told reporters. 

The vice president emphasized the agreement is a memorandum of understanding, arguing it’s about “rewarding good conduct and punishing bad conduct.” 

Vance also urged critics to “have a little faith” in President Trump. 

“The idea that he is going to strike a deal that’s been bad for the American people, it’s preposterous,” he said. “He is the person who has had the courage to fundamentally transform our relationship with Iran and with a lot of other countries over the last year and a half.” 

Vance said he believes when critics understand the U.S.’s “negotiating posture,” they will see the deal is “an excellent thing for the American people,” pointing to supportive remarks from Sen.........

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