U.S. Aims to End Iran's Nuclear Program Amid Hormuz Tensions

Energy Secretary Chris Wright tells Face the Nation that the United States intends to end Iran’s nuclear program and restore free shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, pursuing a negotiated settlement but keeping military options on the table; the administration has blocked Iranian ports, launched Economic Fury to seize IRGC assets, and may involve DOE personnel to remove enriched uranium if negotiations fail. Wright emphasizes Iran’s 60% enriched uranium and argues a nuclear-armed Iran threatens energy security and regional peace, while pausing Project Freedom to push for a deal and signaling it could resume if talks stall.