Ted Cruz actually said...

we have seen a pattern of lawlessness from the Federal Government that should trouble anyone concerned about civil liberties

There is no more important role for the United States Senate than to carefully guard and protect the civil rights of every American.

We need to be vigilant defending the civil rights of every American and I look forward to this Committee...

We are hopeful that as the new Chair, you will build on the Subcommittee's legacy and continue to work in a bipartisan fashion.