1. United States
2. Idaho
3. Letter

Pentagon probe points to U.S. missile hitting Iranian school https://www.npr.org/2026/03/11/nx-s1-5744981/pentagon-iran-missile-school-hegseth Gemini said Subject: Urgent Concern Regarding the Iranian Girls’ School Bombing and CPC Staffing Cuts Dear [Representative/Senator Name], I am writing to express my profound dismay regarding the recent bombing of the girls’ school in Iran. This horrific event is not just a regional tragedy; it is a failure of international protective mechanisms that the United States has historically supported. I am particularly concerned by the role of Secretary Pete Hegseth in drastically reducing the personnel at the Civilian Protection Center (CPC). The CPC’s primary mission is to provide the early warning signals and local engagement necessary to prevent such atrocities. By gutting this office, the administration has weakened our ability to safeguard vulnerable populations and monitor escalating threats against educational institutions. Evidence suggests that a fully staffed CPC might have identified the heightening risks in this region, potentially preventing this loss of life. I urge you to: Investigate the specific impact of recent CPC staffing cuts on intelligence gathering in the region. Advocate for the immediate restoration of funding and personnel to the Civilian Protection Center. Hold the Department of Defense accountable for prioritizing ideological shifts over the practical protection of civilians. The United States cannot lead on the global stage while dismantling the very tools designed to prevent the slaughter of children. I look forward to hearing how your office intends to address this oversight.