Ted Cruz claims ‘Iranian influence operation reaches top of Biden Admin’.
Sen. Ted Cruz Alleges Iranian Influence in Biden Administration
Sen. Ted Cruz (R., Texas) made a startling claim on Tuesday, suggesting that a new report reveals the Iranian government’s influence on Biden administration policy.
“These reports and emails suggest a vast Iranian influence operation that goes to the very top of the administration,” Cruz stated in a press release. According to Cruz, this operation may explain why President Joe Biden has allowed Iran to come close to obtaining a nuclear arsenal, revive their economy, and export billions of dollars worth of oil.
Biden’s disgraced Iran envoy, Rob Malley, was found to have employed at least three advisers who were part of an Iran Foreign Ministry scheme to bolster its policy positions. These revelations were based on leaked Iranian government emails, as reported by Semafor.
Malley was suspended this year for allegedly mishandling classified information.
One of Malley’s former team members, Ariane Tabatabai, now works for the Pentagon as chief of staff for the assistant secretary of defense for special operations. Dina Esfandiary and Ali Vaez, who were also part of the scheme, are not affiliated with the U.S. government. Vaez’s appointment to a government job was unsuccessful due to security clearance issues, as reported by Iran International.
Cruz is not the only Republican demanding answers following the report. Reps. Mike Rogers (R., Ala.) and Jack Bergman (R., Mich.) wrote a letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, asking if the Pentagon was aware of Tabatabai’s Iran ties.
The Pentagon, in response, defended Tabatabai, stating that she underwent proper vetting before receiving security clearance.
Cruz insisted that Tabatabai’s clearance should be immediately revoked.
“The Biden administration should immediately cease its secret diplomacy with Iran and its dismantling of sanctions,” the Texas senator wrote, “and any officials linked to these emails should immediately have their security clearances pulled until these allegations are fully resolved and accountability is imposed.”
What specific ways are discussed in the leaked emails for shaping U.S. foreign policy in favor of Iran?
Ment emails that were published by the Intercept, a news outlet known for its investigative journalism.
The leaked emails allegedly show communication between Iranian government officials and Malley’s advisers, discussing ways to shape U.S. foreign policy in favor of Iran. Cruz argues that these revelations undermine the Biden administration’s claim of wanting to take a tough stance on Iran and prevent it from obtaining nuclear weapons.
“It is deeply troubling that senior officials in the Biden administration may be compromised by Iranian influence, especially when it comes to such a critical issue as Iran’s nuclear program,” Cruz said. “We cannot allow a foreign government to manipulate our policies and endanger our national security.”
Cruz has called for an immediate halt to any negotiations with Iran until a thorough investigation is conducted to determine the extent of Iranian influence within the administration. He has also demanded answers from the Biden administration about what they knew regarding the Iranian government’s efforts to manipulate U.S. policy.
The Biden administration has yet to respond to Cruz’s allegations, but in the past, they have expressed their commitment to preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons. They argue that the diplomatic approach, which includes negotiations and talks, is the best way to achieve this goal.
However, if the allegations made by Cruz are proven true, it would raise serious concerns about the effectiveness of the Biden administration’s approach. It would also cast doubt on their ability to protect U.S. national security interests and stand up against foreign influence.
This is not the first time that concerns about foreign influence in U.S. politics have been raised. In recent years, there have been numerous reports and investigations into foreign governments’ attempts to manipulate U.S. policy and sway political outcomes.
The allegations made by Cruz highlight the need for increased transparency and vigilance when it comes to foreign influence. It is crucial for the U.S. government to take immediate action to address these concerns, conduct thorough investigations, and hold those responsible accountable.
Foreign influence in U.S. politics undermines democracy and hampers the ability of elected officials to make decisions in the best interest of the American people. It is essential that the U.S. government remains vigilant and takes necessary steps to protect the integrity of its political system.
As the allegations against the Biden administration continue to unfold, it is imperative that the truth is revealed. The American people deserve to know if foreign influence has played a role in shaping U.S. policy and compromising national security. Only through transparency and accountability can the trust in our democratic institutions be restored.
Sen. Cruz’s call for a thorough investigation into Iranian influence in the Biden administration should be taken seriously. The implications of such an influence operation are significant and demand swift action. The American people deserve answers, and their safety and security depend on it.
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