US Commerce Secy Lutnick apologizes for saying no Americans have died in Iran war
- Posted on September 3, 2026
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US Commerce Secy Lutnick apologizes for saying no Americans have died in Iran war
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick apologized for stating no Americans died in the Iran war. He acknowledged eighteen service members were killed and expressed sorrow to their families. Lutnick explained he was thinking about a Venezuelan military operation where no service members died. He made the mistaken comments during a CNBC interview on Wednesday. President Trump defended Lutnick, noting the Venezuela confusion and the Iran casualties.
