Trump says it’s a ‘good thing’ counterterrorism director resigned over Iran

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete March 17, 2026 at 07:46 PM
Trump says it’s a ‘good thing’ counterterrorism director resigned over Iran

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In March 2026, US President Donald Trump commented on the resignation of Joe Kent, the director of the US National Counterterrorism Centre. Trump stated that Kent resigned because he did not perceive Iran as a threat. Trump characterized this resignation as a "good thing," implying disagreement with Kent's assessment of Iran. He further asserted that his decision to bomb Iran had prevented a "nuclear holocaust." The President's statement highlights a divergence in opinion regarding the perceived threat posed by Iran and suggests a key factor in the director's departure.

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iran 90% donald trump 80% counterterrorism 70% national counterterrorism center 70% resignation 60% joe kent 60% nuclear holocaust 50% us president 40%

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