'It's biblical': Maga anxiety over Iran war on display at CPAC as Trump skips event

March 29, 2026

TL;DR

CPAC attendees expressed divided opinions on the war in Iran, with some supporting Trump's actions and others voicing concerns.
Notable figures like Erik Prince and Matt Gaetz offered contrasting views on a potential ground invasion of Iran.
Donald Trump's absence from CPAC for the first time in a decade prompted discussions about the Maga movement's future.
Supporters of Iran's former crown prince Reza Pahlavi were present, lining the venue with flags and applauding his address.
Younger attendees expressed particular concern about the war's impact on gas prices and the potential for prolonged conflict.
Older attendees viewed the military action as religiously or historically significant, while others trusted Trump to handle the situation.

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