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Cruz defends Trump tariff plan: Threat 'immediately' produced action

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) defended President-elect Trump's threat to impose 25% tariffs on all goods from key U.S. allies Canada and Mexico, saying the move called for “immediate” action. It was pointed out that it caused “I have to say that when we saw the threat of tariffs on Mexico and Canada, we took […]

Ted Cruz urges White House to halt $1.25B in ‘digital equity’ funds

First appearance on Fox: Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) is suing the Biden administration for $1.25 billion in “digital equity,” arguing that using race-based criteria to expand broadband access is unconstitutional. They are calling for the program to be canceled. “We strongly request that the illegal act be revoked.” [Notice of Funding Opportunity] NOFO should stop […]

Cruz calls Gaetz pick 'very surprising,' will assess on 'merits'

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) says President-elect Trump's choice of Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) for attorney general is “very surprising,” but the confirmation hearing process is He said, “I trust him.'' “There is a process under the Constitution for the Senate to give advice and consent regarding certain nominations, and I trust that process,” Cruz […]

Ted Cruz gets behind Rick Scott for leader, in blow to fellow Texan John Cornyn

Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) announced his support for Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) Wednesday morning ahead of the 9:30 a.m. leadership election. “This morning, I'm voting for Republican Leader Rick Scott, just as I was two years ago. I helped lead Rick's campaign against McConnell in 2022, and I'm thrilled to be working with him again. […]

Texas Moves More Republican with Cruz Victory and Legislative Seats

The Republican Party has fulfilled its promise to “keep Texas in Texas” after Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) won a decisive victory and expanded his majority in the Texas House of Representatives. U.S. Rep. Colin Allred (D-Texas) has become the third Democratic challenger to fail in his “fight” to “change Texas Blue.” Senator Cruz comfortably defeated […]