U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) release the following statement today in reaction to President Barack Obama’s announcement that a six-month international deal has been reached in regard to Iran’s nuclear program:

“Iran’s track record of deception and refusal to abide by past international demands make me gravely concerned about this deal. Now is not the time to ease up on the pressure and turn the other way, allowing Iran to make further progress in achieving its goal.

“Congress should pass additional sanctions so that if Iran breaks the agreement, President Obama can not only reverse the sanctions relief granted by this deal but immediately impose more sanctions. We must do everything we can to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapons capability.”