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Senator Lindsey Graham: Make Iran Great Again

Feb 13, 2026 February 13, 2026 3 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Senator Lindsey Graham expressed strong support for the protests in Iran, emphasizing solidarity with the Iranian people against repression and showcasing a 'Make Iran Great Again' hat alongside President Trump. This message reflects ongoing U.S. political backing for Iranian protesters amid expanding nationwide demonstrations.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: Senator Graham's support for Iranian protests signals ongoing U.S. commitment to human rights in Iran.

👥 Key Players

Lindsey Graham MENTIONED
U.S. Senator
"Graham is a prominent Republican voice in U.S. politics, advocating for support of Iranian protesters and criticizing the Iranian regime."
Donald Trump MENTIONED
Former U.S. President
"Trump's policies and statements regarding Iran have significant influence on U.S.-Iran relations and support for Iranian dissidents."
Marco Rubio MENTIONED
U.S. Senator and former Secretary of State
"Rubio has been an advocate for human rights in Iran and a critic of the Iranian government."
Islamic Republic of Iran MENTIONED
Current Iranian government
"The regime is facing widespread protests and criticism for its oppressive policies and human rights violations."

📰 What Happened

Senator Lindsey Graham expressed strong support for ongoing protests in Iran, showcasing a 'Make Iran Great Again' hat alongside Donald Trump. This message emphasizes U.S. political backing for the Iranian people against their government’s repression.

  • Graham's message was shared on social media, highlighting solidarity with Iranian protesters.
  • The slogan 'Make Iran Great Again' is a political symbol of support for the protests against the Iranian regime.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: This support from U.S. officials may embolden protesters and increase pressure on the Iranian government.
🌍 Regional: The situation in Iran could affect regional stability and U.S. relations with other Middle Eastern countries.
🌐 International: The U.S. stance on Iran's protests reflects broader geopolitical tensions and the West's approach to authoritarian regimes.

📚 Background

Iran has been experiencing widespread protests against its government, driven by demands for political freedom and human rights. The U.S. has historically supported dissident movements in Iran.

U.S.-Iran relations Human rights in Iran
📡 Source: INTERNATIONAL
📊 Confidence: 70%
The article reflects the views of U.S. political figures and should be interpreted within the context of U.S. foreign policy interests.

Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican figure in the U.S. Congress, reiterated his strong support for the popular protests in Iran in a new message on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). In this message published on Saturday, January 20, 1404 (Persian calendar), he emphasized his pride in President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio 'who support the people of Iran and their protests against repression.' Referring to the 'Make Iran Great Again' (MIGA) hat that he recently showcased alongside President Trump, he stated that according to the President, this hat has clearly become a symbol of support for the protesters. He once again called for 'solidarity' with the Iranian people 'who rightly protest against repression,' writing: 'Make Iran Great Again.' The slogan 'Make Iran Great Again,' based on Donald Trump's famous slogan 'Make America Great Again,' has now become one of the political symbols supporting the Iranian people against the Islamic Republic regime. This message from Senator Graham follows his previous support for protest movements in Iran. A recently published photo of this senior U.S. senator alongside Donald Trump, in which the President is seen wearing a hat with the message 'Make Iran Great Again' and his signature, received widespread media coverage. This action comes as nationwide protests in Iran continue to expand, and the international community closely monitors the developments. On Thursday, January 18, Graham also addressed the 'people of Iran' in a message on X, emphasizing that Donald Trump is different from Obama and that 'while you seek to end your horrific oppression, he will support you.' Graham also referred to the Islamic Republic as a 'brutal religious Nazi regime' and wrote to the regime's leaders: 'To the leadership of this terrorist-supporting regime, the brutal religious Nazi regime: if you continue to kill your people to maintain your sick control over Iran, you will wake up dead.' Lindsey Graham wrote to the regime's leaders: 'If you speak nonsense against President Trump, the price of the consequences is on you.' This American senator stated: 'Thugs, dictators, bullies, and murderers who challenge President Trump do not last long in this world.' He concluded his message with: 'Make Iran Great Again.' The U.S. State Department also published warnings from President Trump to the Islamic Republic on Thursday. On the same day, Trump stated in an interview that we must see who emerges from the protests in Iran. Trump has warned the Islamic Republic at least three times regarding the killing of protesters. Warnings from U.S. lawmakers to the Islamic Republic about the repression of protesters, warnings from the U.S. State Department regarding the massacre of the Iranian people by the Islamic Republic. Donald Trump: We must see who emerges from the protests in Iran. Trump's latest message to the people of Iran: You must believe strongly in freedom. There is nothing like freedom. You are brave people.

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