Verdict with Ted Cruz A Message to the Iranian People: You can Change the World Right NOW, plus WHY it Matters so much for the Safety of Americans
Jan 12, 2026
Mass protests are erupting across Iran as citizens risk their lives to challenge the regime, facing internet blackouts and violent crackdowns. The discussion dives into the historical context of Iran's 1979 Islamic Revolution and the implications of U.S. foreign policy perceived as weak. Attention is given to Iran's support for global terrorism and its impact on American lives. The hosts urge the Iranian people to seize the moment for freedom, emphasizing that regime change could improve Middle Eastern stability and U.S. security.
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Iran Protests Could Be Transformational
- Over one million Iranians are protesting while the regime shuts down internet and media to suppress information.
- Ted Cruz argues the imminent collapse of Iran's regime would be transformational for the Middle East and U.S. security.
Perceived Weakness Encourages Aggression
- Ted Cruz links the 1979 hostage crisis to perceived U.S. presidential weakness under Jimmy Carter.
- He asserts strong leadership deters aggression and can produce vastly different outcomes.
Iran's Global Terror Funding Alleged
- Cruz claims Iran funds over 90% of Hamas and Hezbollah and has directly harmed U.S. forces.
- He connects Iranian funding to major terrorist attacks and plotted assassinations of American figures.
