{"id":329046,"date":"2025-02-27T13:48:42","date_gmt":"2025-02-27T12:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=329046"},"modified":"2025-02-27T13:48:42","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T12:48:42","slug":"u-s-congressional-caucus-holds-hearing-on-iran-lawmakers-voice-support-for-democratic-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/iran-resistance\/u-s-congressional-caucus-holds-hearing-on-iran-lawmakers-voice-support-for-democratic-change\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Congressional Caucus Holds Hearing on Iran: Lawmakers Voice Support for Democratic Change"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_329047\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-329047\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-329047\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025.jpg\" alt=\"NCRI President-elect Maryam Rajavi addresses the U.S. Congressional Caucus on Human Rights and Democracy in Iran on February 26, 2025\" width=\"1000\" height=\"568\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025-768x436.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025-739x420.jpg 739w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025-150x85.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/maryam-rajavi-us-house-caucus-human-rights-iran-26022025-696x395.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-329047\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NCRI President-elect Maryam Rajavi addresses the U.S. Congressional Caucus on Human Rights and Democracy in Iran on February 26, 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Washington, D.C. \u2013 February 26, 2025<\/strong> \u2013 The U.S. Congressional Caucus on Human Rights and Democracy in Iran held a hearing featuring Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI), who joined the session virtually. The hearing, chaired by Representatives Tom McClintock (R-CA) and Brad Sherman (D-CA), brought together bipartisan lawmakers who voiced strong support for Iran\u2019s pro-democracy movement and the NCRI\u2019s plan for regime change.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maryam-rajavi.com\/en\/us-congressional-caucus-regimes-change-of-behavior-an-illusion\/\">In her testimony<\/a>, Mrs. <strong>Maryam Rajavi<\/strong> declared, \u201cThe Iranian people\u2019s desire and the only solution to the Iranian crisis is the regime\u2019s overthrow by the Iranian people.\u201d She underscored the role of the Resistance Units in Iran, emphasizing, \u201cThese resistance units are Iran\u2019s freedom fighters and the driving force for change.\u201d The NCRI President-elect also rejected any notion of reform within the clerical regime, stating, \u201cNegotiations are neither wise, nor intelligent, nor honorable,\u201d quoting Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei\u2019s own words to highlight the regime\u2019s intransigence.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A key moment in the hearing was the introduction of House Resolution 166, co-sponsored by Congressmen McClintock and Sherman, with backing from over 150 lawmakers. The resolution reaffirms U.S. support for a \u201cdemocratic, secular, peaceful, and non-nuclear Iran\u201d and acknowledges \u201cthe rights of the Iranian people, the protesters, and <a href=\"https:\/\/english.mojahedin.org\/iranian-resistance-units\/\">the Resistance Units<\/a> to confront the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and repressive forces to bring about change.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The situation of the Iranian society is explosive. The mullahs are surrounded from all sides: by a society that is filled with anger and rebellion, by Resistance Units, and by selfless and rebellious youth. These resistance units are Iran\u2019s freedom fighters and the driving force\u2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/IuLUCwc1Fo\">pic.twitter.com\/IuLUCwc1Fo<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Maryam Rajavi (@Maryam_Rajavi) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Maryam_Rajavi\/status\/1894853480331837857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 26, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Mrs. Rajavi outlined the NCRI\u2019s plan for a \u201cdemocratic transition\u201d in Iran, reaffirming that \u201cwe are not seeking to seize power, but to transfer it to its rightful owners\u2014the people of Iran.\u201d She detailed the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/iranian-resistance\/iran-process-of-regime-change-and-the-role-of-the-organized-resistance\/\">roadmap for a post-theocratic Iran<\/a>, including the establishment of a \u201cprovisional government\u201d for a maximum of six months, followed by \u201cfree and fair elections for a National and Constituent Assembly.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">She also called for urgent international measures, including \u201cactivation of the snapback mechanism leading to the re-implementation of all the UN Security Council resolutions\u201d and \u201cplacing this regime under Chapter VII of the UN Charter due to its threats to global peace and security.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Congressman Tom McClintock<\/strong> emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, \u201cThe Iranian regime has become a pariah among the civilized nations of the world and a supreme source of misery, injustice, and oppression for its own people.\u201d He added, \u201cEvents are coming to a head. It\u2019s not inconceivable that within the next few years, we will be celebrating the liberation of Iran.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Congressman Brad Sherman<\/strong> echoed these sentiments, reaffirming his long-standing support for Iran\u2019s pro-democracy movement. \u201cThe bloodthirsty regime occupying Tehran is a threat not only to all the people in Iran but to the region and the world,\u201d Sherman warned. He called for stronger U.S. measures, stating, \u201cWe need a U.S. government that supports all of the groups that are working for a democratic Iran.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Over 150 bi-partisan members of Congress filed H.Res 166 to support <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Maryam_Rajavi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@Maryam_Rajavi<\/a> road map to bring change in Iran. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/EYoB4wtMUt\">https:\/\/t.co\/EYoB4wtMUt<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/IMurnxYJYO\">pic.twitter.com\/IMurnxYJYO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; OIAC: Organization of Iranian American Communities (@OrgIAC) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrgIAC\/status\/1894941108045521005?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 27, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Representative <strong>Zoe Lofgren<\/strong>, Co-Chair of the Iranian Women\u2019s Congressional Caucus, emphasized the role of Iranian women in the resistance. \u201cThe heroism of the Iranian people, especially the women and young people, inspires us,\u201d she stated. She underscored the bipartisan commitment in Congress to standing with those fighting for freedom in Iran, adding, \u201cThe people of Iran seeking freedom must know they have advocates and friends who will stand up for them.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Similarly, <strong>Representative Randy Weber<\/strong> underscored that the regime is vulnerable, calling on the resistance to seize the moment. \u201cIran is back on its heels. They have lost credibility and power. Now is the time.\u201d He reinforced his commitment to supporting a free Iran, pledging, \u201cKeep fighting because help is on the way.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Congressman Mario D\u00edaz-Balart<\/strong> delivered a strong condemnation of the Iranian regime, making it clear that its continued existence poses a threat not just to Iran, but to global stability. \u201cA change in regime in Iran is a service to humanity,\u201d he asserted. He stressed that the U.S. must not be ambiguous in identifying Iran as a pariah state, emphasizing, \u201cWe should not be shy about admitting what we all know: Iran\u2019s ruling mullahs are a murderous terrorist regime.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Coming up soon! Make sure to tune in to watch as I address the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrgIAC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@OrgIAC<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/1kKZRPVlQn\">https:\/\/t.co\/1kKZRPVlQn<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Mario D\u00edaz-Balart (@MarioDB) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MarioDB\/status\/1894825510221283782?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 26, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Congressman Danny Davis<\/strong>, drawing from his personal history as an activist and African American leader, expressed deep admiration for the Iranian resistance. \u201cEvery time I hear you, I am inspired,\u201d he said, addressing Rajavi. He praised the resilience of the Iranian opposition and its ability to sustain its struggle, remarking, \u201cStruggle, strife, and pain are the prerequisites for change. The way you\u2019re fighting oppression, knowing that at the end of the fight, there will be freedom and liberation, is truly remarkable.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Representative Keith Alan Self<\/strong> highlighted the growing desperation of the Iranian regime and the potential dangers of a nuclear escalation. \u201cAt some point, regime survival will be paramount. And when that time comes, they may decide to change that,\u201d he warned, expressing concern that Iran could seek nuclear weapons as a last-ditch effort to secure its rule. He urged continued vigilance, stating, \u201cWe must keep a close eye on this because when the regime feels threatened, their survival will be paramount. And who knows what they will do?\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Congressman Lance Gooden<\/strong> reaffirmed his strong support for the Iranian Resistance and the NCRI\u2019s vision for a democratic Iran. \u201cThis Ten-Point Plan is something that we have all been very supportive of for so many years. And I believe that is the future for Iran,\u201d he said. Gooden emphasized the importance of sustained congressional backing for the Iranian people\u2019s aspirations for democracy. \u201cThe American people stand with you,\u201d he affirmed, urging fellow lawmakers to maintain their bipartisan support for Iran\u2019s freedom movement. \u201cSo many have suffered for so long, and we are with you in this fight.\u201d<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Longtime Supporter Rep. Randy Weber (<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TXRandy14?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@TXRandy14<\/a>) Reiterates His Support To The Resistance Units In Iran And Ensures Iran Will Be Free\ud83d\ude4f<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcfa WATCH HERE: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/11YZJC7wwr\">https:\/\/t.co\/11YZJC7wwr<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/poUGcXdM6V\">pic.twitter.com\/poUGcXdM6V<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; OIAC: Organization of Iranian American Communities (@OrgIAC) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/OrgIAC\/status\/1894843150801289511?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">February 26, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The hearing also included testimony from <strong>Dr. Alejo Vidal Quadras<\/strong>, former Vice President of the European Parliament, who survived an assassination attempt in Madrid\u2014an attack executed by the Iranian regime\u2019s state-sponsored terrorism. \u201cThis incident marks a sinister evolution of the regime\u2019s approach to terrorism,\u201d he warned. Vidal Quadras called for an end to Western appeasement, stating, \u201cThe policy of engagement has not only failed but has actively harmed our interests.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The session concluded with McClintock reinforcing the commitment of the U.S. Congress to stand with the Iranian people, stating, \u201cThis resolution endorses the Ten-Point Plan of the NCRI\u2026 and it pledges to support that work until Iran has been restored to its rightful place among the free, prosperous, and peaceful nations of the world.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Washington, D.C. &ndash; February 26, 2025 &ndash; The U.S. Congressional Caucus on Human Rights and Democracy in Iran held a hearing featuring Maryam Rajavi, President-elect of the National Council of [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":329047,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13,60],"tags":[204,222],"class_list":{"0":"post-329046","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-iran-resistance","8":"category-maryam-rajavi","9":"tag-maryam-rajavi","10":"tag-iranian-resistance"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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