Ron Paul Liberty Report Bibi To Rubio: 'Let's Attack Iran!'
Feb 17, 2025
Marco Rubio's controversial visit to Israel stirs calls for military action against Iran. Netanyahu pushes the U.S. to ramp up efforts, challenging Trump's stance on new wars. The discussion also highlights public resistance to military involvement and critiques historical interventions. In a surprising twist, Rand Paul raises concerns about government transparency with a push for an audit of Fort Knox's gold reserves, sparking debates over monetary policy and accountability.
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Ron Paul's Iranian Encounters
- Ron Paul shares a personal anecdote about his interactions with Iranians, including a friendship with an Iranian resident and a visit to Iran as a flight surgeon.
- These experiences shaped his perspective on US-Iran relations and the resentment against US interference in Iranian affairs.
Netanyahu's Push for War with Iran
- Daniel McAdams suggests that Netanyahu, emboldened by Trump's Gaza plan, pushed for US involvement in attacking Iran.
- McAdams argues that Iran, unlike Iraq in 2002, is a complex, high-tech nation, making war a risky proposition for the US.
Rubio's Stance on Hamas
- Rubio echoes Biden's failed Middle East policy, advocating for Hamas's elimination.
- McAdams points out that this contradicts public opinion, as most Americans oppose sending troops to fight for Israel.