The Charlie Kirk Show The Iran Regime Change Bait-And-Switch
Jun 18, 2025
Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News, joins the discussion on U.S. intervention in Iran. He critiques the alarming shift from 'limited' military action to calls for a full regime change. Marlow emphasizes the dangers of such historical failures and advocates for allowing the Iranian people to choose their own future. The conversation also touches on the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, arguing for a cautious approach that balances national security with geopolitical realities.
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Dangerous Shift To Regime Change
- The shift from targeting Iran's nuclear program to advocating full regime change reveals a dangerous bait-and-switch by neoconservatives.
- This shift risks unpredictable consequences including civil war and prolonged U.S. military involvement.
Practice Humility in Foreign Policy
- Enter foreign policy decisions with humility, recognizing uncertainty about outcomes.
- Avoid reckless regime change efforts that risk massive human and financial costs.
MAGA Base Rejects Regime Change
- Advocating limited strikes on Iran's nuclear sites is a defensible position, but pushing for regime change undermines strategic coherence.
- Nikki Haley and much of the MAGA base oppose regime change, focusing instead on nuclear threat mitigation.