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Ted Cruz: “Reagan was not an interventionist. In eight years, the…”

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

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Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz Discuss US Foreign Policy, Iran, and Israel

Published | Video Starts at 15:05

I actually think how Reagan took on the Soviet Union is exactly how we should take on China. Now, starting from the point, look, Reagan was not an interventionist. In eight years, the biggest country Reagan ever invaded was Grenada. He was very reluctant to use U.S. military force. He didn't respond after the 83 barracks bombings. You're right. He made the judgment that the risk exceeded the benefits. (15:05–15:11)

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Asserts that Reagan's largest military intervention was in Grenada during his presidency.

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