Ted Cruz Questions Trump's Kuwait Nominee on Saddam Hussein and Muslim Brotherhood Views

Questioning Saddam Hussein's 'Martyr' Status

• 🎯 Senator Ted Cruz pressed President Trump's nominee for Ambassador to Kuwait, Amer Ghalib, on a 2020 post where Ghalib described Saddam Hussein as a martyr.
• ❓ Cruz repeatedly asked if Ghalib still believed Hussein, who invaded Kuwait, was a martyr, seeking a direct yes or no answer.
• 🗣️ Ghalib stated he was a private citizen in 2020 and apologized if his comment offended anyone who suffered under Saddam, but avoided a direct confirmation or denial of his current belief.
• ⚖️ He ultimately stated, "I can say no," but added that Hussein is "in God's hand" and will "get the treatment he deserves."

Muslim Brotherhood and Future Ambassadorship

• 🧐 Cruz also questioned Ghalib about a 2020 post calling the Muslim Brotherhood an inspiration.
• 💬 Ghalib suggested his posts were in Arabic and potentially mistranslated, stating he disagrees with many of the Brotherhood's actions and acknowledges some are extremists.
• 🚫 When asked if he could serve as ambassador if the Trump administration designated the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization, Ghalib stated he would implement President Trump's policies if confirmed.
• 🤝 He affirmed his commitment to following the President's lead, especially if the organization were to be designated as terrorist, noting Hamas's connection to the Muslim Brotherhood in Palestine.