Conservatives Unite at CPAC 2026 Despite Iran Rifts
Takeaways from the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Texas, where tensions over Iran policy split some attendees but Trump remained the central figure uniting the MAGA faithful.
The annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Texas this year was a study in contrasts, as the MAGA faithful gathered to hear from their political leaders and voice their views on the issues of the day. While there were clear rifts over Iran policy among some attendees, one thing remained constant: former President Donald Trump continued to be the glue holding the conservative movement together.
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott took the stage on Friday, addressing the crowd and touching on a range of topics. But it was the issue of Iran that seemed to be a point of contention, with some attendees clearly divided on the best approach.
Source: NPR
