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In an Aug. 19
letter to Representative Jerrold Nadler, a Democrat from New
York, Obama spelled out arguments he has made repeatedly in
recent weeks: that the deal with Tehran was a good one, that
Washington was enhancing its security cooperation with Israel,
and that the United States would maintain its ability to punish
Iran for destabilizing activities in the Middle East.
"Should Iran seek to dash toward a nuclear weapon, all of the
options available to the United States - including the military
option - will remain available through the life of the deal and
beyond," Obama wrote.
The White House is seeking support from Democrats in Congress
for the deal to give Obama backing to sustain a veto if
Republicans and some Democrats reject it as expected.
"The President and senior members of his team have been in
regular consultation with Members of Congress, including
Representative Nadler, to ensure they have the information they
need to judge the deal on its merits," a White House official
said. "The letter reaffirms the Administration’s stalwart
commitment to our regional allies, chiefly Israel."
Obama is currently on vacation on the Massachusetts island of
Martha's Vineyard. He and his staff have been pressing Democrats
in Congress for their support for weeks.
(Reporting by Jeff Mason; Editing by Ryan Woo)
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