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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) announced that they are accepting applications for federal judicial vacancies in the Southern and Northern Districts of Texas. These vacancies are located in McAllen and Dallas, respectively. Sen. Cruz said, “Selecting lawyers to serve as federal judges is one of the most important duties I have as a U.S. Senator. Texans deserve principled, unwavering leaders who will defend the Constitution, honor the rule of law,...

WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and colleagues, today introduced the Kayla Hamilton Act, which would require the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to conduct thorough background and criminal record checks on unaccompanied alien children (UACs) and potential sponsors prior to their placement. This legislation is named in honor of Kayla Hamilton, a young woman who was sexually assaulted and brutally murdered by a 17-year-old MS-13 gang member and...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and colleagues introduced a resolution honoring Nobel Peace Prize recipient, María Corina Machado. Upon introduction, Sen. Cruz said, “María Corina Machado has demonstrated remarkable courage in battling the tyranny of the Maduro regime, which continues to retaliate against her and threaten her life. She richly deserves commendation for her tireless efforts, steadfast...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts, Oversight, Agency Action, and Federal Rights and Congressman Eli Crane (R-Ariz.-02) led a bicameral comment letter in support of a petition by the America First Legal Foundation to require proof of U.S. citizenship to register for federal elections. Excerpts and highlights from the letter: “Requiring documentary proof of citizenship is a simple, common-sense reform. Just as Americans...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, joined by Sens. Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), introduced The Taiwan Symbols of Sovereignty (Taiwan SOS) Act. This bill authorizes Taiwanese diplomats and servicemembers in the Taiwanese military to display their flag and wear their uniforms while in the United States on official business. Sen. Cruz said, “The Chinese Communist Party is committed to eroding Taiwan’s global...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) introduced The Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025. The bill requires the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to carry out a study analyzing the costs, benefits, and risks of recycling the nation’s spent nuclear fuel, especially as compared to interim storage solutions. Sen. Cruz said, “Spent nuclear fuel has the potential to dramatically increase America’s energy, economic, and national...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement after the Senate passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), advancing key national security provisions for Texas and securing critical wins for Texas military bases. Sen. Cruz said, “I’m a firm believer in peace through strength, and a strong, well-equipped military is the most integral component of that strategy. I am proud to support...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) released the following statement after President Trump announced the first phase of an agreement between Israel and Hamas.  Sen. Cruz Said, “President Trump's announcement is a cause for celebration. Two years ago, Hamas terrorists started this war by launching an unprovoked attack on Israel, which became the worst one-day massacre of Jews since the Holocaust and included the murder and kidnapping of dozens of Americans. “Since October 7, our Israeli...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) released the following statement after Democrats made it clear they will force a government shutdown:   Sen. Cruz said, “Senator Schumer and the Democrats have made it clear that they intend to shut down the federal government. Their demands include taxpayer-funded healthcare for illegal aliens and a reversal of the Republican reforms blocking handouts to able-bodied adults who refuse to work.   "Americans voted for change under President Trump...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington Examiner published an op-ed by U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) outlining the necessary steps to reform the Federal Reserve. Earlier this year, Cruz and Scott introduced the Fiscal Accountability for Interest on Reserves (FAIR) Act, which would eliminate the Federal Reserve’s authority to pay interest on bank reserves. Read the op-ed below or by clicking the link here. The media is fixated on President Donald Trump’s attempts to exert more...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Office of U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and the U.S. Department of State today announced a special passport application event taking place in San Antonio to assist Texans applying for routine passport services. Event details are below: WHAT: San Antonio Passport Fair WHEN: Saturday, October 11th from 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM CT WHERE: San Antonio Food Bank, 5200 Historic, Old Hwy 90 W, San Antonio, TX 78227 This event is open to the public, but appointments are required. Click...

ABILENE, TX – U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) toured OpenAI’s flagship AI data center in Abilene, Texas. Following the tour, Oracle and OpenAI announced an additional expansion of the flagship Stargate site in Abilene in addition to a $500 billion commitment to build a series of AI data centers in the U.S., including plans to open a site in Shackelford County, Texas. The Abilene data center is already underway, and its cloud infrastructure enables OpenAI to train...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement after Huston-Tillotson University (HT) announced it had received a $150 million donation from the Moody Foundation. This marks the largest single donation ever made to a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the United States. Sen. Cruz said, “Quality education is essential for the next generation of bright Americans. I am thrilled that Huston-Tillotson University is the recipient of the largest...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) introduced a bill to designate Route 66 as a National Historic Trail. Route 66 was established on November 11, 1926, and was one of the original highways in the United States Numbered Highway System. This bill protects its history and legacy, and ensures that new and existing energy projects along Route 66 are protected. Sen. Cruz said, “Texas is...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) spoke with Fox News about the urgent need for Congress to pass his legislation, the Stop Financial Underwriting of Nefarious Demonstrations and Extremist Riots (Stop FUNDERs Act), to allow the Department of Justice to use the full suite of RICO tools against entities that fund or coordinate riots and violent protests. Read the full article below or by clicking here. Learn more about the Stop FUNDERs Act by clicking here. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas,...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), Rick Scott (R-Fla.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), and Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) introduced the Strengthening Entry Visa Enforcement and Restrictions Act of 2025 (SEVER Act), which would prohibit Iranian officials from entering the U.S. as representatives to the United Nations if those Iranian officials have been sanctioned for supporting or being appointed by...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Newsweek published an op-ed written by U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) following the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Read the op-ed below or by clicking here. Last week, a wife lost her husband. Last week, two children lost their father. Last week, many of us lost a dear friend. And last week, America lost one of its truest and most loyal patriots. I first met Charlie Kirk when he was just 18 years old, in my friend's living room. Fresh out of high school, even then, he...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced the Retirement Freedom Act. This bill provides senior citizens with the ability to opt-out of Medicare Part A without being forced to lose their Social Security benefits. Sen. Cruz said, “The Retirement Freedom Act empowers seniors to choose the healthcare plan that works best for them, without coercing them with the threat of losing their Social Security benefits. Congress should act now to pass this critical...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) introduced the Nigeria Religious Freedom Accountability Act of 2025. The bill protects Christians and other religious minorities being persecuted in Nigeria by holding accountable Nigerian officials who facilitate Islamist jihadist violence and the imposition of blasphemy laws. Sen. Cruz said, “Nigerian Christians are being targeted and executed for their faith by Islamist terrorist groups, and are being forced to submit to sharia law and blasphemy...