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Ted Cruz: The Chinese Communist Party is a brutal authoritarian regime, and those under its rule face persecution, violence, and…

On the recordJune 11, 2026
The Chinese Communist Party is a brutal authoritarian regime, and those under its rule face persecution, violence, and even execution for their beliefs.
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Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

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Discussing the Chinese Communist Party's treatment of political prisoners.

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