Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 4, 2025
In recent years, the Senate has allowed our oversight muscles to atrophy. Oversight rarely occurs in our standing committees, and I believe our country is worse off for it. … It’s a front where I will continue to lead as chairman.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

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Cruz emphasizes the need for stronger Senate oversight as chairman of the Commerce Committee.

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