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Sen. Graham Backs Iranian Protesters, Criticizes Regime

1/28/2026

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Graham Supports Protesters

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) expressed U.S. support for Iranian protesters in a Fox News interview, echoing U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks.
Protests began in late December due to a currency crisis and have killed more than 6,000, activists say.
The United States has deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln and other warships to the region.
Graham criticized Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling the regime "religious Nazis" and saying a change is coming.

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Cruz Backs Protesters

Sen. Ted Cruz urged the U.S. to arm Iranian protesters as regime violence escalates.
He said the Iranian public is defenseless as security forces intensify crackdowns, making protests increasingly dangerous.
Reports from inside Iran describe a dire situation, with security personnel firing on demonstrators and fear pervasive.
Activists estimate the death toll has reached tens of thousands, far above official figures, underscoring the disconnect.

History

Historical Context

The Iranian Revolution of 1979 overthrew Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, leading to the establishment of the Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini. This upheaval, fueled by discontent over corruption and Western influence, resulted in an estimated 60,000 deaths. Today’s protests reflect ongoing struggles against authoritarianism, as U.S. senators call for support against the current regime led by Ayatollah Khamenei.

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Graham Supports Protesters

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) expressed U.S. support for Iranian protesters in a Fox News interview, echoing U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks.
Protests began in late December due to a currency crisis and have killed more than 6,000, activists say.
The United States has deployed the USS Abraham Lincoln and other warships to the region.
Graham criticized Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling the regime "religious Nazis" and saying a change is coming.

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