Jay Block, a New Mexico state senator, said that recent military actions against Iran's nuclear program would enhance regional security and prevent nuclear escalation. This statement was made on the social media platform X.
"Like the majority of Americans, I support the strikes against Iran's nuclear capabilities," said Jay C Block, New Mexico State Senator from 12th District (R). "We decimated their nuke weapons program for years to come. It brings security to the region minus the status quo of Iran supporting terrorism. I firmly believe Iran would use a nuclear weapon, destroying that capability saves lives."
In June 2025, coordinated airstrikes by U.S. and Israeli forces targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. The strikes aimed to slow Iran’s uranium enrichment after years of rising tensions and unsuccessful diplomatic efforts. According to the Wall Street Journal, these actions have sparked regional instability and raised concerns about a potential wider conflict involving proxies and global oil markets.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) reported in late June 2025 that Iran’s nuclear sites suffered severe damage. However, Iran still retains over 400 kg of uranium enriched up to 60%, just below weapons grade. U.S. officials believe that Iran could reconstitute its program within months, as cited by Reuters and the IAEA’s latest assessments.
Data from recent years indicate that previous military strikes on nuclear programs in the Middle East—such as Israel’s 2007 attack on Syria’s reactor—have delayed but not eliminated nuclear ambitions. According to Vox, most experts conclude that such actions often result in temporary setbacks rather than permanent solutions.
Block is currently serving as a New Mexico state senator and is a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel. He previously served as Sandoval County Commissioner and ran for governor in 2022, according to Ballotpedia and his official biography; his background is in military operations and nuclear security.
The New Mexico state government operates with a bicameral legislature founded in 1912, consisting of a 42-member Senate and a 70-member House. It represents the state federally with two U.S. Senators and focuses on energy, education, and public health, according to the New Mexico Legislature’s official site.
