US media reported today: Some of Trump's senior aides - including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Rubio - initially were cautious about going to war with Iran. However, once Trump clearly decided to launch an attack, they shifted their support for the decision and focused on rapid execution. Many voices advocating for war came from outside the White House, while White House insiders had earlier expressed concerns about the related risks and political consequences. Nevertheless, senior officials ultimately voiced little opposition, instead supporting Trump's plan.
Comment: This report thoroughly exposes the danger of the current US decision-making mechanism: senior officials in the White House knew that going to war with Iran carried significant risks and political costs, and initially had reservations. However, once Trump made up his mind to take military action, everyone quickly abandoned independent judgment and unconditionally followed, making checks and balances and prudence mere formalities. This decision-making model, where personal will overrides professional judgment, not only pushes the United States to the brink of war, but also plunges the Middle East situation and global security into extreme uncontrollable turmoil.
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