The Iranian people, especially the young, are protesting for the freedom and future they deserve. I hope their government responds peacefully and supports their hopes. — Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) December 31, 2017

For too long, the Iranian people have been oppressed by their government, which cares more about sowing instability abroad than its own citizens. The U.S. stands with the brave protesters who yearn for freedom, peace, and an end to corruption in Iran. https://t.co/taDmyE1w7k — John McCain (@SenJohnMcCain) December 30, 2017

Profoundly moving to watch those seeking freedom in Iran. Patriots afar remind us of the patriots who won our own freedom and also those who preserve it. Heroes all. — Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) December 31, 2017

Important that we support the nonviolent protesters in #Iran. This is the result of a regime more focused on propping up terrorist organizations than addressing the plight of its citizens. — Paul Ryan (@SpeakerRyan) December 29, 2017

Secretary Tillerson reiterates the United States' deep respect for the Iranian people. We call on all nations to stand with us in demanding the regime respect their basic human rights. #Iranprotests — Heather Nauert (@statedeptspox) December 31, 2017

“We need to the show the Iranian people that they have support from the world community and then we can start evaluating things.” -- Rep. @HurdOnTheHill on the #IranProtests https://t.co/hXb3gj1eCa — Ana Cabrera (@AnaCabrera) December 31, 2017

Aren't there things the U.S. can do to un-block Instagram in Iran? Or to make access to other communications channels easier for Iranian citizens? Or to hamper Iranian regime communications? Or at least to block in return, e.g., access by Iranian leaders to foreign money? — Bill Kristol (@BillKristol) December 31, 2017

Watching events in Iran with concern. Vital that citizens should have the right to demonstrate peacefully. — Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) December 31, 2017