Martial artist, actor and film producer Chuck Norris this week added weight to online commenters’ concerns on US news website WND, where he urged Texans not to believe government reassurances it is simply a military exercise.
“I think there’s something a little more involved than what they’re telling us,” he wrote.
"Whether deterrence, display of power or something more covert or devious, let’s not come with any patronising nonsense of impotence and simplicity when its origin is in Washington.
“It’s neither over-reactionary nor conspiratorial to call into question or ask for transparency about Jade Helm 15 or any other government activity.”
2nd amendment guy under Trump
In the video, which gained traction on social media in May 2025, Norris says he “used to be a Democrat” but grew disillusioned as the party “moved too far to the left.” He added, “Unfortunately, the Democrats went too far to the left. I believe Republicans now stand for what Democrats used to represent 40 years ago. They’re more focused on what’s best for our country.”
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Over the years, Norris has campaigned for several high-profile Republican candidates. He endorsed Mike Huckabee during both the 2008 and 2016 presidential primaries, appeared in support of Roy Moore during Alabama’s 2017 Senate race, and backed Larry Elder in California’s 2021 gubernatorial recall election. Beyond U.S. politics, Norris also expressed admiration for former Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him “a true defender of democracy.”
In the latest video, Norris instead focuses on explaining his political evolution, presenting his views with calm conviction rather than partisanship. “I’m still proud of where I came from,” he says at one point, “but I’m even prouder to stand up for what I believe America stands for today.”
I mean, it all looks like bullshit to me. You’re just not as stirred up when a Republican is in charge.
“I think there’s something a little more involved than what they’re telling us,” he wrote.
"Whether deterrence, display of power or something more covert or devious, let’s not come with any patronising nonsense of impotence and simplicity when its origin is in Washington.
“It’s neither over-reactionary nor conspiratorial to call into question or ask for transparency about Jade Helm 15 or any other government activity.”
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I mean, it all looks like bullshit to me. You’re just not as stirred up when a Republican is in charge.