Tucker Carlson: “American troops are on the way to the Persian Gulf…”

“So, for example, in the question of ground troops, the president didn't mention them last night, but they are apparently on the way. So American troops are on the way to the Persian Gulf, including portions of the Nevada National Guard. for some reason. So either that's a statement of intent, the administration does plan to put boots on the ground, or it's an option they want to keep open.” (01:30–01:37)

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