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Graham Blasts DNC Chair, Defends Trump Amid Iran Protests

1/13/2026

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Sen. Lindsey Graham criticized Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin for comparing the United States under U.S. President Donald Trump to Iran's regime, calling him a 'worthless piece of crap'.
Graham defended U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he supports freedom for protesters in Iran.
Martin urged global opposition to authoritarianism, citing U.S. police violence and Iran's repression.
Protests in Iran continue, with over 500 deaths reported in a crackdown.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham criticized Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin for comparing the United States under U.S. President Donald Trump to Iran's regime, calling him a 'worthless piece of crap'.
Graham defended U.S. President Donald Trump, saying he supports freedom for protesters in Iran.
Martin urged global opposition to authoritarianism, citing U.S. police violence and Iran's repression.
Protests in Iran continue, with over 500 deaths reported in a crackdown.