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As Trump Debates Iran Action, the Meaning of ‘America First’ Is on the Line

As President Trump ponders involving the United States in Israel’s attacks on Iran, the G.O.P. faces a thorny question: What does “America first” really mean?

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A clash between Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz embodies the rupture on the right over whether the United States should get involved in Israel’s attacks on Iran.

Trump’s Base in Uproar Over His Openness to Joining Iran Fight

The president’s supporters are warring over two dueling campaign promises: to steer clear of foreign wars and to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

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Tucker Carlson and Senator Ted Cruz of Texas. A confrontation between the two men over Israel and Iran embodies the rupture on the right over whether the United States should get involved.

Tucker Carlson Berates Ted Cruz Over Bellicose Stance on Iran

In an interview that highlighted a rift on the far right over the role of the United States in confronting Iran, the host confronted the senator over his hawkish stance, suggesting he was ill-informed.

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Tucker Carlson berated Senator Ted Cruz, Republican of Texas, for his hawkish stance on Iran and quizzed him about his knowledge of the country.
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