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Trump proceeded to outline four goals for the operation, none of which included installing a new government in Tehran.

One medal will be presented to a Vietnam War veteran, while two will be awarded posthumously as the U.S. military attacks Iran.

Vance's appearance at Children's National Hospital comes weeks after she and the vice president confirmed that they are expecting their fourth child.

Despite the stunning developments in Iran over the past two days, Trump was markedly silent when he returned to the White House.

"Sadly there will likely be more before it ends," Trump said in a video address. "That's the way it is. Likely be more."

"It's always been a four-week process," Trump told the Daily Mail on Sunday.

Khamenei was killed on Saturday after Israel struck his compound, ending his 36-year reign and leaving the regime in disarray.

Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-NY), the chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security, urged lawmakers to end a two-week shutdown at DHS.

The local police department in Washington, D.C., is also prepared to increase its presence in light of the situation in Iran.

A small but vocal group of Democrats are breaking ranks to back the military action, arguing the Iran posed a threat to American interests.