Political Quotes

Ted Cruz

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Ted Cruz is a United States Senator from Texas, serving since January 3, 2013. A member of the Republican Party, Cruz gained national prominence during his 2016 campaign for the Republican presidential nomination. He is known for his conservative positions on issues such as healthcare, immigration, and tax reform. Cruz has been a vocal advocate for limited government and has often positioned himself as a defender of constitutional rights.

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  1. Emerging technologies have the potential to improve everyday life and strengthen America’s position on the global stage.14 sources2026indianacapitalchronicle.com
  2. This bill puts an end to the chaos plaguing college athletics.13 sources2026washingtonstatestandard.com
  3. It protects NIL opportunities because student-athletes deserve the opportunity to benefit from their talent without being taken advantage of by unscrupulous agents and backdoor deals.13 sources2026washingtonstatestandard.com
  4. Let me say congratulations, because you have succeeded where Richard Nixon failed, which is weaponizing the Department of Justice and the federal government to go after your political opponents.11 sources2026southdakotasearchlight.com
  5. A big bipartisan vote on the floor of the Senate, and with that momentum to go to the House and have it go to the president’s desk.4 sources2026iowacapitaldispatch.com
  6. We need to bring order to the chaos and put simple common sense rules in place so that college sports remain strong and vibrant for decades to come.2 sources2026missouriindependent.com
Oct 5, 2026

Indeed, ironically, I spent a full day on the road with JD Vance, campaigning with him when he was running for Senate in Ohio.

foxnews.com
Oct 5, 2026

Over the last 10 years, there’s no Republican in the country who has campaigned for more Senate candidates, more House candidates, more gubernatorial candidates than I have, and this year will be no exception.

foxnews.com
Oct 5, 2026

I’m going to keep focusing on the midterms and helping us win on Election Day in the next 30 days.

foxnews.com
Oct 5, 2026

So he’s welcome to make whatever comments he likes.

foxnews.com
Oct 5, 2026

In my experience, people engage in political bomb-throwing when they’re feeling insecure.

foxnews.com
Oct 3, 2026

I am proud to celebrate this remarkable milestone with fighting Aggies everywhere and look forward to the university’s continued success.

cruz.senate.gov
Oct 3, 2026

Texas A&M has produced generations of Texan, American, and global leaders committed to the values of excellence, integrity, leadership, loyalty, respect, and selfless service.

cruz.senate.gov
Oct 1, 2026

I have been committed throughout my Senate career to expanding 529 savings accounts to give parents increased flexibility to save and invest in their children’s future.

cruz.senate.gov
Oct 1, 2026

I’m proud to have worked with my colleagues to pass this bipartisan bill through the Senate, and I urge the House to pass it and send it to the President’s desk.

cruz.senate.gov
Oct 1, 2026

In Texas and across the country, criminals are increasingly targeting ATMs, putting workers, bystanders, law enforcement, and first responders in danger.

cruz.senate.gov
Sep 30, 2026

I am proud of our success, and I trust the House of Representatives will remain focused on bringing stability to college sports by delivering the Protect College Sports Act to President Trump’s desk without delay.

cruz.senate.gov
Sep 30, 2026

After years of discussions and months of intense deliberations, we achieved what many said was impossible and succeeded in getting the Protect College Sports Act through the Senate with a huge bipartisan vote.

cruz.senate.gov
Sep 30, 2026

I think it would be a win-win for everybody,” Cruz said after the Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act.

abcnews.com
Sep 29, 2026

We saw an amazing coalition come together that is fighting for the hundreds of thousands of college athletes all across this country, for universities all across this nation, and for the millions of fans who love college sports and want to…

ctmirror.org
Sep 29, 2026

Let me say congratulations, because you have succeeded where Richard Nixon failed, which is weaponizing the Department of Justice and the federal government to go after your political opponents.

southdakotasearchlight.com
Sep 29, 2026

Robust AI legislation needs to involve both sides.

rollcall.com
Sep 29, 2026

The system we have today is unsustainable, plain and simple. Students are transferring three and four times, pros are trying to play ball against college kids, conflicting court decisions have created a fragmented system, one that no one…

cbsnews.com
Sep 28, 2026

It protects NIL opportunities because student-athletes deserve the opportunity to benefit from their talent without being taken advantage of by unscrupulous agents and backdoor deals.

washingtonstatestandard.com
Sep 28, 2026

If Congress doesn’t act, we’re going to keep seeing programs canceled, roster spots eliminated, scholarships lost, and women’s and Olympic sports put at risk.

dailycaller.com
Sep 28, 2026

He wants every college to be sued nonstop. He wants no rules whatsoever.

dailycaller.com
Sep 28, 2026

Chris Murphy is running for president, so the only thing he cares about is making every trial lawyer in America happy.

dailycaller.com
Sep 28, 2026

I believe the speaker will call the House back and pass this bill, and the House could pass the bill in a day.

dailycaller.com

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