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Suspended Sean Strickland pushes for 'Armed Revolution' rally

Originally posted on MMA Weekly | By Joshua Ryan | Last updated Aug 3, 2025 5:34 PM ET

Sean Strickland often talks his way into controversies online, and that's the case once again after his call for an 'Armed Revolution'.

The former UFC middleweight champion isn't afraid to be himself, but his recent confrontation with a fellow fighter didn't end well. The 34-year-old stormed the cage at a Tuff-N-Uff event, attacking a competitor who taunted him after beating his teammate.

The attack led to Sean Strickland's suspension from competing until his punishment has been solved. In his absense fro m the sport, Strickland hasn't painted himself in the best light.

During a recent rant on X, Strickland revealed his anger at the influence the AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) has on those who are in charge of his country.

Strickland criticized Senator Ted Cruz, a man he believes is one of the many politicians under the thumb of foreign influence.

"I can't believe I'm saying this but I will vote for a Democrat over an AIPAC Republican candidate," Strickland stated on X. "4 years of a Democrat sounds easier than a politician owned by a foreign government."

"Ted Cruz really was a sobering reminder of how owned our politicians are."

I cant believe Im saying this but I will vote for a democrat over an aipac republican candidate. 4 years of a Democrat sounds easier than a politician owned by a foreign government. Ted Cruz really was a sobering reminder of how owned our politicians are.
— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) July 31, 2025

The UFC ace has a plan to fix what he believes to be an inexcusable example of how to run the United States of America, calling for drastic action from those who share his views.

"I guess an armed revolution is the only option at this point."

I guess an armed revolution is the only option at this point
— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) August 1, 2025

This isn't the first time Sean Strickland has hit out at American politicians for allegedly being influenced from outside sources.

Earlier this year, Strickland attacked Donald Trump for essentially being a puppet for the leaders in Israel.

Israel "jump"

Trump "how high"
— Sean Strickland (@SStricklandMMA) June 22, 2025

Whether true or not, Strickland continues to share his controversial opinions on social media, likely using his free speech as a coping mechanism to deal with his unconfirmed return to the UFC.

This article first appeared on MMA Weekly and was syndicated with permission.

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