Verdict with Ted Cruz: A Message to the Iranian People: You can Change the World Right NOW, WHY it Matters for the Safety of Americans

Jan 13, 2026

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Over one million Iranians are protesting against the regime in major cities.
The Iranian leadership has shut down the internet, phones, and media to suppress information and maintain control.
Protesters are risking their lives; acts of defiance include burning hijabs and removing religious coverings in public.

2. Historical Context

References to the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the U.S. hostage crisis (444 days).
Comparison of Jimmy Carter’s weak foreign policy to Barack Obama and Joe Biden, arguing that weakness emboldens adversaries.
Contrast with Ronald Reagan’s strong stance, which led to the release of hostages and eventual Soviet collapse.

3. Iran’s Role in Global Terrorism

Iran funds over 90% of Hamas and Hezbollah budgets.
Responsible for IED attacks and the deaths of 593+ American service members in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Iran manufactures drones used by Russia in Ukraine.
Allegations that Iran plotted to assassinate Donald Trump.

4. U.S. Foreign Policy and Leadership

Strong emphasis on “Peace through Strength” as advocated by Reagan and Trump.
Trump’s recent actions (e.g., military strikes, bunker-buster bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities) portrayed as decisive.
Trump’s public message: “Iran is looking at freedom… USA stands ready to help.”

5. Why Regime Change Matters

The fall of Iran’s regime would be transformational for Middle East stability and U.S. security.
Advocates for regime change without boots on the ground, using diplomatic, economic, and informational support.
Compares potential Iranian revolution to the fall of the Berlin Wall and collapse of the Soviet Union.

6. Role of Media and Messaging

Iranian state TV is allegedly broadcasting Tucker Carlson interviews in Persian as propaganda.
Criticism of voices opposing U.S. involvement or promoting isolationism.
Emphasis on using platforms like podcasts and Starlink internet access to reach Iranians and encourage freedom.

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