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March 18, 2026

Ted Cruz Doubles Down After Backlash For Sharing Article That Attacked Traditional Catholics

Is support for Israel the condition for a united American conservatism, as Ted Cruz suggests – or the recognition of Christ and His Church?

Ted Cruz Doubles Down After Backlash For Sharing Article That Attacked Traditional Catholics

TL;DR

  • Ted Cruz reposted a message suggesting 'America's enemies' use influencers and tropes to divide the right, echoing themes from an article he previously endorsed.
  • The endorsed article accused a broad range of Catholics of pushing a 'foreign' and 'medieval' ideology that undermines support for Israel among conservatives.
  • The article claims that American conservatism should unite around a specific, non-negotiable view of Israel, framing this as essential for alliances between Catholics and Evangelical Protestants.
  • The author of the article admits this 'theological claim' regarding Israel is a departure from the 'dominant theological position regarding the Jewish people' throughout Christian history.
  • The article criticizes the Catholic doctrine of 'the Social Kingship of Christ,' which holds that civil authority should recognize Jesus Christ and govern according to the Gospel.
  • The author suggests that making support for Israel the linchpin of American conservatism is a form of idolatry, transferring worship due to Christ to a foreign nation.

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