Senator Ted Cruz pushes US into Iran proxy war while admitting religious motivations and ignorance on basic facts

By ljdevon // 2025-06-20

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The United States is once again being dragged into a foreign conflict with little public debate, no congressional oversight, and zero accountability—all while the politicians calling the shots can’t even name basic facts about the country they want to bomb. In a fiery exchange with Tucker Carlson, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) openly admitted that U.S.-backed Israeli strikes on Iran are effectively American military actions, despite official White House denials. Cruz, a vocal advocate for regime change in Tehran, struggled to answer simple questions about Iran’s population and ethnic composition, raising serious concerns about the reckless foreign policy decisions being made by Washington elites. This isn’t just another geopolitical skirmish—it’s a dangerous escalation that could plunge the Middle East into chaos while further entangling American troops in yet another endless war. And the architects of this disaster? The same neoconservative warmongers who brought us Iraq, Libya, and Syria—now recycling their failed playbook with Iran. Key points:

Ted Cruz admitted that U.S.-supported Israeli strikes on Iran are effectively American military actions, contradicting White House claims.
Cruz, pushing for regime change in Tehran, couldn’t answer basic questions about Iran’s demographics, exposing his ignorance on the country he seeks to topple.
The Trump administration denies direct involvement, but Cruz’s comments reveal a proxy war already in motion.
Critics warn of another Iraq-style disaster, with policymakers blindly advocating war without understanding the consequences.
Evangelical and pro-Israel lobbying influence continues to shape U.S. foreign policy, often at odds with American interests.

Cruz’s admission: U.S. is waging war on Iran by proxy

During a heated interview with Tucker Carlson, Cruz dropped a bombshell: “We are carrying out military strikes today.” When pressed, he clarified, “Right, with our help. I’ve said ‘we.’ Israel is leading them, but we are supporting them.” This admission directly contradicts National Security Council statements denying U.S. involvement in Israel’s recent attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. The implications are staggering. If Cruz is correct—and he sits on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee—then the U.S. is already engaged in a covert war against Iran without congressional approval. This echoes the disastrous post-9/11 era, when intelligence failures and fabricated justifications led to the invasion of Iraq. Now, history is repeating itself, with Cruz and other hawks pushing for regime change in Tehran while displaying shocking ignorance about the nation they seek to reshape.

Ignorance in high places: Cruz doesn’t even know Iran’s population

Perhaps the most damning moment came when Carlson grilled Cruz on basic facts about Iran. The Texas senator, who has repeatedly called for military action against Tehran, couldn’t answer simple questions about Iran’s population size or ethnic makeup. “You don’t know anything about Iran,” Carlson fired back. “You’re a U.S. senator and you don’t know anything about the country you want to topple.” This isn’t just embarrassing—it’s dangerous. Policymakers who advocate for war without understanding the societies they seek to destabilize are a recipe for catastrophe. The 2003 Iraq invasion, led by officials who couldn’t distinguish Sunni from Shia Muslims, resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and a destabilized region. Now, Cruz and his allies are making the same mistakes with Iran.

The evangelical-lobbying complex driving U.S. foreign policy

Cruz’s blind support for Israel’s military actions isn’t just geopolitical—it’s ideological. When pressed on why the U.S. should prioritize Israel’s interests over its own, Cruz invoked biblical justification: “Biblically, we are commanded to support Israel.” This theological framing has long influenced U.S. foreign policy, particularly among evangelical conservatives who view Israel’s conflicts through an end-times lens. Combined with the staggering financial influence of pro-Israel lobbying groups—Cruz has reportedly taken over $1.8 million from such organizations—it creates a dangerous dynamic where American politicians prioritize foreign interests over domestic security. As former Congressman Ron Paul famously warned, “chickenhawks”—politicians who advocate for war but have never served—are a persistent problem in Washington. Cruz, who has never worn a uniform, fits the bill perfectly.

The road ahead: Will Trump escalate or de-escalate?

With President Trump reportedly weighing direct U.S. military involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict, the stakes couldn’t be higher. His base is deeply divided, with many MAGA voters opposing another Middle East quagmire. Trump’s recent claim that Carlson “apologized” for the interview remains unverified, but the backlash against Cruz suggests growing frustration with interventionist policies. One thing is clear: The American people deserve transparency, accountability, and leaders who understand the consequences of war—not reckless ideologues who can’t even name the population of the country they want to bomb. Sources include: RT.com Zerohedge.com X.com