The Conversation with Dasha Burns Sen. Britt says Iran attack makes Americans safer
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Mar 6, 2026 Katie Britt, U.S. senator from Alabama and rising Republican leader focused on security and family policy. Gabby Birenbaum, Texas Tribune reporter with on-the-ground primary coverage. They discuss U.S. actions against Iran and how they affect American safety. They talk campaign promises versus policy, energy and economic risks, DHS funding and Texas primary takeaways from reporters.
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Iran Strikes Are Making Americans Safer
- Katie Britt argued the strikes against Iran have reduced immediate threats by degrading nuclear, missile, and naval capabilities.
- She cited diminished enrichment, naval fleet damage, and disrupted missile manufacturing as the off-ramp toward safety for Americans.
Energy Dominance Eases Shock From Conflict
- Britt framed short-term energy price pain as manageable because the administration is pursuing American energy dominance to stabilize markets.
- She pointed to rollbacks of regulations, engagement with Venezuela and boosting domestic supply as the solution.
Use New Childcare Tax Tools
- Britt encouraged businesses to use recent childcare tax changes and DCAP increases to ease workforce barriers.
- She highlighted the DCAP raise to $7,500, CDCTC to $900, and expanded 45F to $500,000 as concrete tools.