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Texas Senators Cruz, Cornyn express concerns over President Trump and VP Vance's Iran deal
By Jack Fink at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 21, 2026
· 3 min read
After supporting President Trump's war against Iran, Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz said they're now concerned by the memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran. Cruz questioned some of the provisions of the deal in remarks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol late last week. "History demon...
Key takeaway "History demonstrates that giving billions of dollars to theocratic lunatics who want to murder us is an exceptionally bad idea," said Cruz.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The concerns expressed by Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz over the Iran deal have significant implications for the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, including Southlake . As a city surrounded by the larger metropolitan area, Southlake's residents are not isolated from the potential consequences of international conflicts and diplomatic agreements. The senators' worries about the deal's provisions and the potential for Iran to receive billions of dollars in economic support, despite the source, resonate with local constituents who are concerned about national security and the potential for terrorism. Southlake, with its own city government and police department, relies on the broader regional and national security framework to ensure the safety of its residents. The debate over the Iran deal will likely continue to be closely watched by locals, who will be looking for assurances that their elected representatives are prioritizing their security and well-being.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 21, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? After supporting President Trump's war against Iran, Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz said they're now concerned by the memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Iran. Cruz questioned some of the provisions of the deal in remarks to reporters at the U.S. Capitol late last week. "History demon...
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