Ted Cruz
Ted Cruz is the junior U.S. senator from Texas. He has served Texas in the U.S. Senate since 2013. Before that he served as the solicitor general of Texas between 2003 and 2008, representing the state at the U.S. Supreme Court on a number of occasions. Cruz unsuccessfully sought the Republican nomination for president in 2016, losing the nomination to President Donald Trump.
Anti-Ted Cruz 'Traitor' Mobile Billboards Appear in Senator's Neighborhood
Really American PAC had some of its mobile billboards drive around Ted Cruz's neighborhood with the sign "traitor" as part of a targeted campaign against the Texas Senator.
Marjorie Taylor Greene: Congress Gun Detectors the 'Real Voter Suppression'
"Many members of Congress have to stand in long lines to enter the chamber going through metal detectors, emptying our pockets and being treated very disrespectfully," Greene said.
Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo Resigns to Be Biden's New Sec. of Commerce
"As we rebuild America and lift up those who have been left behind, the Rhode Islanders I have come to know will always be at the top of my mind," her resignation letter stated.
'America Last' Becomes New Attack Sound Bite for Joe Biden's Critics
The president's adversaries have attacked his early actions and stances, rounding on the two-word phrase as a critique of his position.
Cruz, Criticized for Cancun Trip, Says Democrats 'Abandoned' Working Class
The Texas senator has taken aim at policies of the Democratic Party, criticizing how their stances impact working Americans.
Cruz's Approval Rating Sees Double-Digit Decline Following Cancun Fiasco
The decline follows his decision to head for Cancun, Mexico, while millions of Texans were without power and water during severe winter weather conditions.
SNL Roasts Cuomo, Newsom And Cruz In Vaccine Game Show Cold Open
Saturday Night Live's opening sketch saw Kate McKinnon as Dr. Anthony Fauci host a fictional game show called "So You Think You Can Get the Vaccine."
More Texas Voters Approve of Biden's COVID-19 Handling Than Trump's: Poll
Congress was blasted by Texas voters from both parties in the latest poll on COVID-19 responses.
At CPAC, Ted Cruz Mocks AOC, Says, 'Donald J. Trump Ain't Going Anywhere'
"There are a whole lot of voices in Washington that want to just erase the last four years," the Texas Republican said.
Fact Check: Is Ted Cruz violating FEC rules by buying own books?
Records from the Federal Election Commission show Senator Ted Cruz's campaign committee making payments to booksellers. This led some online to speculate if Cruz is buying his own books to make a profit off of royalties.
Cruz Questions Credentials of Biden's HHS Pick, Says 'We Need a Scientist'
Xavier Becerra will likely be confirmed despite Cruz' claims that he's an unqualified left-wing activist.
Ted Cruz's Approval Rating Among Republicans Drops More Than 20 Percent
The Texas senator's approval rating among Republicans sits at 53 percent, a 23-point decrease from his rating in January.
Texas Energy Crisis a Wake-Up Call for Policymakers
It's easy to be drawn into political corners and cast blame on a single energy source failure.
Fact Check: Does Heidi Cruz's Employer Control Texas Energy Utilities?
After facing backlash for a family trip to Mexico during power outages in Texas, Heidi Cruz is facing criticism online as people question the connection between her employer, Goldman Sachs, and Texas energy utility companies.
Cruz Calls Out Neighbors for Leaking Cancun Trip Texts: 'Don't Be ***holes'
The Texas senator also said he thought it was "a little rude" that some of his neighbors previously put up campaign signs for his political rival Beto O'Rourke.
Texas Party Store Sells Ted Cruz Piñatas After Cancun Fiasco
Carlos De La Fuente, one of the owners of ABC Party HQ in Dallas, said they "want to provide a good laugh for people during these difficult times."
Trevor Noah Lambasts Ted Cruz for 'Lame Photo Ops' After Cancun Fallout
The Daily Show host criticized the Texas senator for turning "people who actually need real help into political props" since his return from Mexico.
Gina Carano Calls Out 'Mandalorian' Star For Sharing Ted Cruz's Number
"I adore Pedro. I adore him," Carano said of her former co-star, adding, "I know he's said and done some hurtful things."
Cruz Says DOJ 'Politicized and Weaponized' Under Obama at Garland Hearing
"Am I right in assuming you do not view your role as attorney general as being Joe Biden's wingman?" Cruz asked Garland on Monday.
How Ted Cruz Contradicted Sean Hannity's Defense of Cancun Trip
Cruz's initial explanation of the trip saw him backpedal by saying he was dropping his daughters off at the beach to avoid the freezing temperatures in Texas.
New Billboard Slams Ted Cruz, Praises Local BBQ Shack Owner Helping Texans
Senator Ted Cruz's trip to Cancun amid Texas' state of emergency was critiqued by a new billboard in Iowa, which also praised a local restaurant owner's mission to provide meals for Texans.
Ted Cruz Calls for Swift Action on Texans' High Electric Bills
The Texas Republican urged regulators to intervene against electric companies profiting from the severe winter weather.
AOC, Beto O'Rourke Raise $5 Million for Texas Relief
As of Sunday morning, Ocasio-Cortez has raised $4 million for relief teams across the state of Texas and joined Democratic Representatives Sylvia Garcia, Sheila Jackson and Al Green at a Houston food bank Saturday.
Critics Accuse Ted Cruz of 'Fake Compassion' as He Hands Out Water in Texas
Pictures posted on his official Twitter account showed the lawmaker handing out bottles of water in Texas, two days after returning to the disaster-hit state.
Ted Cruz Apologizes For Cancun Trip On SNL
"I deeply regret my actions over the last couple of days. Mostly, flying United," Aidy Bryant, playing Cruz, said in Saturday Night Live's cold open.
Texas Republican Jeff Leach Slams Ted Cruz's Cancun Trip: 'I Wasn't Happy'
"I work for the people, not the other way around," said Texas Republican State Representative Jeff Leach. "It's important for us as policymakers to show up for work and do our jobs."
Texas Congressman Speaks of Food, Water Shortages After Winter Storm
Representative Colin Allred noted that although many Texans have gotten their power back, food and water shortages continue to be issues.
Chris Christie Says Ted Cruz Is Not a 'Very Likeable Guy'
The former New Jersey governor told Fox News Radio about how Cruz made fun of him for being caught at the beach in 2017 during a lockdown.
United Airlines Investigating Who Leaked Ted Cruz's Cancun Flight Info
When Cruz suddenly changed his travel plans to return home from Cancun on Thursday instead of on Saturday, a source from United Airlines reportedly leaked the information to a journalist who shared it on Twitter.
Trump Jr. Blasts Twitter for False Claims He Called Abbott a Democrat
"All of those people who always want to decry misinformation and talking about such don't seem to have a problem spreading misinformation," Donald Trump Jr. said Friday after a misinterpretation of his recent tweet defending Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) went viral.
