Rand Paul says Trump's threat to bomb Iran 'is not the answer': Not the 'job of the American government'

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., on Sunday spoke out against President Donald Trump's threats to bomb Iran, warning that such an attack may backfire as the U.S. government monitors the Middle Eastern country's response to widespread protests.

During an appearance on ABC's "This Week," Paul said he is unsure that striking Iran "will have the effect that is intended."

"I don't think I have ever heard a president say they may take military action to protect protesters," Paul said. "Certainly, with Soleimani...