The absence of any Trump officials was noteworthy because many administration officials recognize the steep task they have in explaining the reasoning behind and the overall objective of the Iranian attacks to the American public. The major TV networks requested representatives from the Trump administration for interviews. Video Ad Feedback Sen. Ted Cruz appeared Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union” to defend the Trump administration’s military action in Iran. 9:35 • Source: CNN Sen. Ted Cruz appeared Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union” to defend the Trump administration’s military action in Iran. 9:35While top officials have yet to appear in TV interviews, senior administration officials held a background call with reporters on Saturday.

Source: CNN March 01, 2026 23:37 UTC