Rubio briefs Gang of Eight on Iran ahead of State of the Union address

Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefed the bipartisan 'Gang of Eight' congressional leaders on Iran in Washington D.C. on Tuesday amid escalating tensions as President Trump weighs potential military strikes against the country. The classified meeting, which typically includes the top leaders of both parties from the House and Senate Intelligence Committees, comes at a critical moment as the administration considers its options regarding Iran. The briefing occurred just ahead of President Trump's State of the Union address, where foreign policy and national security issues are expected to feature prominently. CBS News national security contributor Samantha Vinograd provided analysis following the meeting, highlighting the significance of the timing given the potential for military action against Iran. The Gang of Eight receives the most sensitive intelligence briefings from the executive branch, making this meeting particularly noteworthy as it suggests the administration is preparing for possible military operations.