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Ted Cruz: “He acted decisively to take out nuclear weapons being…”

Featuring: Ted Cruz, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Ted Cruz Discusses Trump's Second Term Achievements and Legislative Victories

Published | Video Starts at 14:29

Look, it's important to understand. Donald Trump didn't invade Iran. He didn't send boots on the ground. He's not trying to turn Iran into Switzerland. But what He acted decisively to take out nuclear weapons being developed to potentially be used against the United States of America. That is a strong commander in chief. By the way, he is also acting to take out the Houthis who were bombing American ships and harassing American commerce. (14:29–14:39)

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Asserts that Trump took decisive action against nuclear weapons development threatening the U.S.

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