- The U.S. and Iran agreed to a ceasefire on June 17, but MAGA movement influencers criticized it online, with suspicions pointing to Brad Parscale as orchestrating the backlash.
- Brad Parscale's firm, Clock Tower X, was hired by Israel via Havas in September 2025 for a $1.5 million monthly digital campaign targeting Gen Z to improve Israel's image among young conservatives and influence AI tools.
- Parscale denied undermining Trump, stating his campaign aimed to prevent erosion of support for Israel among conservatives, but Israeli officials expressed frustration over worsening perceptions despite payments.
- The campaign involved a network of influencers coordinated through private chats, with compensation based on engagement, though Parscale claimed no FARA funds paid influencers to avoid disclosure requirements.
- U.S. intelligence officials raised concerns about foreign-paid influencers targeting Trump's base to sway presidential views, highlighting risks in digital influence operations amid geopolitical tensions.