Overview

• On a preview clip of his upcoming show, Carlson quizzed Cruz on Iran’s population and ethnic composition, accusing the senator of advocating regime change without basic knowledge.
• The clip racked up more than 22 million views on X and drew thousands of online reactions that underscored a growing split within the MAGA movement over U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict.
• Cruz clarified that the U.S. was only supporting Israeli strikes, accused Carlson of “gotcha” tactics on X, and labeled the pundit an isolationist on his Verdict podcast.
• Carlson has emerged as a leading voice warning against American intervention in Iran, challenging fellow conservatives who argue for direct military action alongside Israel.
• President Trump has claimed “complete and total control of the skies over Iran” on Truth Social and maintains that all options for possible U.S. military engagement remain on the table.