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06.14.2019
Sen. Cruz Participates in Unveiling of the New ‘Hidden Figures Way’ Street Sign in Front of NASA’s Headquarters
HOUSTON, Texas - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation and Space, this week joined NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine, D.C. Council Chairman Phil Mendelson, Margot Lee Shetterly, author of Hidden Figures, Dr. Christine Darden, and the families of Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson in a ceremony to unveil the new "Hidden Figures Way" street sign in front of NASA's headquarters. Sen. Cruz led efforts in the Senate to rename the street to honor... -
06.14.2019
Cruz-Kaine Anti-Semitism Resolution Unanimously Passes Senate
HOUSTON, Texas – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) led a bipartisan effort with Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) in the Senate to pass a resolution to condemn anti-Semitism within the United States. Following Sen. Cruz’s remarks on the Senate floor, the resolution was unanimously passed by the Senate in a vote of 100-0. Watch Sen. Cruz’s floor speech in its entirety here. Several news outlets covered Sen. Cruz’s anti-Semitism resolution. Selected news coverage is below: Fox News: Senate... -
06.13.2019
Bipartisan Cruz-Kaine Resolution Condemning Antisemitism Unanimously Passes Senate
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today the United States Senate unanimously passed U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Tim Kaine's (D-Va.) bipartisan resolution condemning all forms of antisemitism. "‘In the United States, Jews have suffered from systematic discrimination in the form of exclusion from home ownership in certain neighborhoods, prohibition from staying in certain hotels, restrictions upon membership in private clubs and other associations, limitations upon admission to certain educational... -
06.13.2019
Sens. Cruz, Markey: ‘Increased Chinese Influence and Coercion Necessitates Further Examination of U.S. Policy’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.) this week introduced a bill which would amend the United States-Hong Kong Policy Act of 1992 to require a report on how the People's Republic of China (RPC) exploits Hong Kong to circumvent the laws of the United States. The bill addresses recent developments of the PRC forcing a controversial extradition bill through the Hong Kong government that would subject Hong Kong residents and foreign nationals to extradition to... -
06.13.2019
Sen. Cruz Issues Statement Following Vote of Support for Senate Resolution Disapproving Sale of Arms to Qatar
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following statement after voting for a resolution disapproving a sale of arms to Qatar: “Qatar is a deeply problematic ally. The Qataris aggressively support the Muslim Brotherhood, which foments terrorism across the Middle East and beyond. They finance Al Jazeera, which spreads disinformation and incitement globally. I hope and expect that today’s vote will be... -
06.13.2019
Sen. Cruz Participates in Fireside Chat at Uber Elevate Summit
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation and Space, participated yesterday in a fireside chat with Uber's Head of Federal Affairs, Danielle Burr, at the annual Uber Elevate Summit. There, he discussed his Education Freedom Scholarships and Opportunity Act, a bill he recently introduced that would expand elementary, secondary, and vocational education opportunities for students by providing a federal tax credit to encourage individuals and... -
06.13.2019
Sens. Cruz, Gillibrand Reintroduce Military Justice Improvement Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) today led a bipartisan group of senators to reintroduce the Military Justice Improvement Act, which would professionalize how the military prosecutes serious crimes by moving the decision over whether to prosecute them to independent, trained, professional military prosecutors. "Sexual assault is a horrific wrong, and, tragically, it has proven far too pervasive in our armed forces," said Senator Cruz. "We have a... -
06.13.2019
Sens. Cruz, Cornyn Praise Committee Approval of Ada Brown to be Federal Judge in Texas
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and John Cornyn (R-Texas) today released the following statements after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved Ada Brown to fill a judicial vacancy on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas in Dallas: “I am pleased the Senate Judiciary Committee voted today to advance Ada Brown’s nomination to be U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Texas to the floor,” Sen. Cruz said. “Senator Cornyn... -
06.12.2019
This Sign Is a Powerful Testament to the Women Who Helped Take Mankind to the Moon and Conquer the Greatest Challenges of an Era
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), chairman of the Subcommittee on Aviation and Space, today participated in a ceremony with NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine to rename the street in front of NASA's headquarters as "Hidden Figures Way." The designation honors Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson, who were featured in the movie Hidden Figures, Dr. Christine Darden, and all women who have dedicated their lives to honorably serving their country, advancing equality,... -
06.05.2019
Sen. Cruz Applauds Senate Confirmation of Susan Combs as Assistant Secretary of the Interior
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today applauded the Senate’s vote to confirm Susan Combs as the Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior. “I am glad to see the Senate confirm President Trump’s nominee, Susan Combs, to be the Assistant Secretary of the Interior,” Sen. Cruz said. “Throughout Susan’s public service in the great state of Texas, she demonstrated time and time again her commitment to supporting policies... -
06.05.2019
Sen. Cruz: ‘We Must Begin to Rethink the Assumptions That Have Guided U.S. Policies Toward China Since Tiananmen Square’
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, participated in a hearing today titled ‘Rule By Fear: 30 Years After Tiananmen Square.' There, he questioned expert witnesses on the role U.S. technology plays in China's oppression of its people. He also highlighted his Stop Higher Education Espionage and Theft (SHEET) Act to counter Chinese espionage efforts and influence operations in American universities. "This week marks a dark occasion... -
06.04.2019
Sen. Cruz Delivers Remarks at the AJC’s 2019 Global Forum
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today addressed members of the American Jewish Committee’s (AJC) 2019 Global Policy Forum. There, he highlighted the bipartisan resolution he introduced with Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) to condemn anti-Semitism in the United States. “We see the rise of anti-Semitism, anti-Semitic remarks. We see anti-Semitic cartoons in the New York Times. We see anti-Semitic comments by Members... -
06.04.2019
Sen. Cruz, Rep. Rooney Reintroduce Bill to Counter Chinese Espionage Efforts in American Universities
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, on the 30th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and Rep. Francis Rooney (R-Fla.), member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee reintroduced the Stop Higher Education Espionage and Theft Act (SHEET), a bill to counter Chinese espionage efforts and influence operations in American universities. "Thirty years ago, the world watched in horror as tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers... -
06.04.2019
Sen. Cruz: America Must Always Stand With the People of China and Their Demands for Freedom
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued the following statement recognizing the 30th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre: "Thirty years ago thousands of Chinese protestors gathered in Tiananmen Square demanding freedom. The Chinese Communist Party and the People's Liberation Army slaughtered them. To this day we don't know how many perished on ‘that bloody dawn,' as Nobel laureate Liu Xiaobo described it.... -
06.03.2019
Sen. Cruz Urges Texans to Be Prepared as 2019 Hurricane Season Begins
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement urging fellow Texans to be prepared as hurricane season begins: “Although Hurricane Harvey hit our shores almost two years ago, it’s still very present in all of our memories. As Texans we have seen firsthand the devastation and destruction that harmful storms and severe flooding can cause and thus should not be taken lightly. June marks the beginning of hurricane season and I urge all Texans... -
05.31.2019
Sen. Cruz: ‘Iran Is Cheating on the Catastrophic Obama Iran Nuclear Deal’
HOUSTON, Texas – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today issued a statement in response to reports that Iran has exceeded centrifuge limits set by the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action urging the United States to invoke the multilateral snapback in United Nations Security Council resolution 2231: “Today’s report by the International Atomic Energy Agency confirms what I have long said: Iran is cheating on the catastrophic Obama Iran... -
05.27.2019
Sen. Cruz: ‘We Remember Those Who Gave That Last Full Measure of Devotion’
GEORGETOWN, Texas - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today delivered remarks at the Georgetown - Williamson County Memorial Day Ceremony at Sun City. "We're here today with a special privilege and a special responsibility," Sen. Cruz said. "The privilege and responsibility to say ‘thank you.' The privilege and responsibility to recognize greatness. Just a few minutes ago, when each of the veterans of our armed forces, when the soldiers, and sailors, and airmen, and marines, and coastguardsmen... -
05.24.2019
Sen. Cruz: ‘Let Us Never Forget the Price Paid for Our Freedom’
HOUSTON, Texas - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement in honor of Memorial Day: "This weekend all across Texas and our great nation we pause to honor the brave sacrifices of our military members as they continue to lead and serve at home and abroad. We also unite as Americans to pay tribute to those who gave their lives while serving our country. It is because they fearlessly defended our liberty that we are able to stand here today in our beloved nation that serves... -
05.24.2019
Sen. Cruz: Today We Celebrate the Grit and Perseverance of the Hill Country
KINGSLAND, Texas - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today spoke at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new RM 2900 Bridge over the Llano River arm of Lake LBJ. Following the October 2018 flooding, Sens. Cruz and Cornyn sent a letter to President Trump urging him to issue a federal major disaster declaration for severe weather and flooding in Central Texas. "This is a day of celebrating the incredible perseverance of Texans," Sen. Cruz said. "I remember just seven months ago, when this community was... -
05.24.2019
Sen. Cruz: ‘Provision Included in the Supplemental Disaster Funding Bill Will Ensure These Hurricane Harvey Funds Are Delivered to Texas Quickly’
HOUSTON, Texas - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today issued the following statement applauding the Senate for passing Cruz-Cornyn legislation included in the supplemental disaster funding bill to require the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to publish the federal rules allocating $4.3 billion in Community Development Block Grants - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding for Hurricane Harvey within 90 days. Congress originally appropriated this funding in February 2018 as part of the...