Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania voiced strong support Wednesday for U.S. and Israeli military actions targeting Iran and its proxy groups, pushing back against fellow Democrats who have criticized the effort as unsuccessful.

During an appearance on Newsmax’s “The Record With Greta Van Susteren,” Fetterman acknowledged that many within his party disagree with the approach but made clear he supports what he described as central aspects of the operation, known as Operation Epic Fury.

“There are many Democrats that do think that it was a failure,” Fetterman said. “But I am the only Democrat that’s supported Epic Fury.”

He also pointed to his vote against a War Powers Act resolution intended to curb U.S. involvement in the conflict, noting that he was the sole Democrat to oppose it.

Fetterman sharply criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, saying the New York Democrat’s assessment of the situation was “categorically not true.”

The senator argued that the campaign has inflicted serious damage on Iran’s military strength, citing strikes that have targeted leadership figures and facilities tied to missile programs and nuclear development.

“Just eliminating leadership — incredible,” Fetterman said. “Destroying the Iranian military capabilities and making it more and more difficult, if not impossible, to build a nuclear bomb.”

He further stressed the wider regional consequences, pointing to Israel’s actions against Hezbollah in Lebanon and arguing that Iran has been weakened both militarily and politically, limiting its ability to support allied groups.

“It’s humiliating for Iran,” he said, adding that Tehran has been “begging for a ceasefire” while Hezbollah has been largely confined to attacks on civilians that Israel has mostly intercepted.

Fetterman suggested that opposition from other Democrats may be influenced by partisan considerations, particularly because of President Donald Trump’s role in the operation.

“To call that a failure, I don’t understand — unless because Trump’s been behind it,” he said.

He also defended U.S. efforts to assert control over key maritime routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as an important show of strength and deterrence.

“It was an incredible way to remind Iran and the world that we still run things,” Fetterman said. “We can control it … and hold them accountable.”

He added that such moves could have broader international implications, potentially drawing in major global players like China due to their dependence on oil shipments passing through the region.