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Schumer Accuses Trump of Secret 'Side Deal' in Iran Nuclear Talks

Senate Democrats demand public disclosure for congressional review of any uranium enrichment agreement with Iran

Overview

  • The U.S. has offered Iran a draft deal permitting limited low-level uranium enrichment for civilian use.
  • Schumer accused Trump, Rubio and envoy Steve Witkoff of negotiating a secret side deal and has demanded the agreement be presented to Congress.
  • The proposal outlines dismantling key nuclear infrastructure, halting new centrifuge research and forming a regional enrichment consortium.
  • Allies such as Israel and leading Republican lawmakers have criticized the offer, insisting on zero enrichment and full dismantlement of Iran’s nuclear program.
  • President Trump has publicly denied plans to allow Iranian enrichment despite media reports of the administration’s draft offer.