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Cruz: ‘Giving billions of dollars to lunatics’ in Iran ‘is not a good idea’

Cruz: ‘Giving billions of dollars to lunatics’ in Iran ‘is not a good idea’

Summary

Senator Ted Cruz criticized President Donald Trump’s plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the deal involves giving large amounts of money to Iran. Cruz warned that the President is receiving poor advice about the agreement with Iran.

Key Facts

  • Senator Ted Cruz is from Texas and is a member of the Republican Party.
  • Cruz expressed concerns about President Trump’s memorandum of understanding involving Iran.
  • The deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an important waterway for global oil shipping.
  • Cruz said the agreement includes giving billions of dollars to Iran.
  • He described Iran’s government as theocratic and hostile to the U.S.
  • Cruz warned that President Trump is not being well advised about this deal.
  • The discussion happened publicly on a Wednesday.
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