Gwyneth Paltrow’s Business Partner Blasts Democrats Over Iran Strike Criticism

Hollywood Reporter

by Abid Rahman

March 2, 2026

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Moj Mahdara, co-founder of Gwyneth Paltrow’s investment firm Kinship Ventures and a prominent Iranian-American entrepreneur, has sharply criticized Democrats for not fully supporting President Trump’s military action against Iran. Speaking on CNN, Mahdara urged her fellow Democrats to set aside their political animosity toward Trump and recognize the importance of national security and U.S. alliances in the Middle East. She argued that toppling the Iranian regime would lead to transformative change, similar to the fall of the Soviet Union, and align with American interests globally. Mahdara, a former CEO of Beautycon and co-founder of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, described herself as a “huge” Democrat but expressed deep disappointment in her party’s lack of support for Trump’s controversial airstrikes. She linked the outcome of Iran’s regime change to broader geopolitical shifts, including challenges in Venezuela, China, and Ukraine. Mahdara emphasized that trusting the Iranian people and supporting regime change would bring stability to the Middle East and beyond. Despite her political alignment with Democrats, Mahdara criticized what she perceived as the party’s failure to prioritize national security over partisanship. She pointed to public polling showing only 25% of Americans support military action against Iran, including prominent figures like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Mahdara’s stance highlights a growing divide within the Democratic Party over foreign policy and national security priorities. For readers interested in entertainment, Mahdara’s ties to Gwyneth Paltrow’s business ventures and her role as an influential entrepreneur add a layer of intrigue. Her critique of her own party also reflects the broader cultural and political tensions surrounding Trump’s Iran policy. As debates over U.S. military action continue, Mahdara’s perspective

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Originally published on Hollywood Reporter on 3/2/2026