Iran’s first vice president slams Trump for lack of healthcare funding in US
Middle East Eye • 4/5/2026
Summary
Iran’s first vice president, Mohammad Reza Aref, criticized US President Donald Trump for his comments regarding the lack of funding for social programs in the US, which Trump attributed to military spending related to the war on Iran. Aref noted that Trump threatened Iran with destruction while claiming he could not provide healthcare and childcare for Americans. He stated that prioritizing military threats over the welfare of citizens reflects a backward mentality, contrasting it with Iran's commitment to building despite external pressures.
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