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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement regarding the Pentagon’s announcement of cuts to our nation’s military force levels:  “As directed by the President, the Army announced it will reduce its force level to 450,000 soldiers by the end of fiscal year 2017. Despite the increasing threats to our national security, this Administration is doubling down on the arbitrary and destructive cuts to our military that have characterized...

Washington, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, released the following statement in response to the United Nations Human Rights Council vote in condemnation of Israel: "Our single vote in opposition is just and the abstentions of our friends are welcome, but at this point they are meaningless gestures. It is time to stop ceding moral authority to the UNHRC and tell the truth about this hopelessly biased and anti-Semitic institution. There is no equivalency between Israel's right to self-defense...

WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement regarding President Obama's announcement that his Administration has reached a deal with Cuba to reestablish full diplomatic relations with the communist country: "President Obama announced today he is continuing his policy of unconditional surrender to Fidel and Raul Castro by rewarding one of the most violently anti-American regimes on the planet with an embassy and an official representative of our government. I,...

Washington, D.C. -- Today U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, wrote an op-ed in National Review Online in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's rulings on Obamacare and marriage. The op-ed is below and may also be viewed here. Constitutional Remedies to a Lawless Supreme Court National Review Online U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz This week, we have twice seen Supreme Court Justices violating their judicial oaths. Yesterday, the Justices re-wrote Obamacare, yet again, in order to force this failed law on the...

June 26, 2015 Greetings, This week the Supreme Court ruled to keep Obamacare’s illegal taxes in place, which defies the Constitution and the rule of law. The Court’s decision will harm millions of Americans who face skyrocketing premiums and are losing their jobs or being forced into part-time work.  Repealing Obamacare has been my first priority since I came to the Senate, and I will continue to work to repeal this disastrous law and provide Americans with more personal,...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today spoke on the Senate floor in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s King v. Burwell decision. View Sen. Cruz’s full remarks above. See excerpts below: “Our government was designed to be one of laws, not of men,” Sen. Cruz said. “And this transparent distortion is disgraceful. These justices are not behaving as umpires calling balls and strikes. They have joined a team, and it is a team that is hurting...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today delivered a speech at The Heritage Foundation revealing the cronyism that runs deep in Washington, powered by the Washington Cartel of establishment politicians and corporate lobbyists who continue to benefit big government and big business at the expense of millions of Americans. “Washington has done a great job of one thing – picking winners and losers, except it’s clear each time who the losers are: American...

June 19, 2015 Greetings, This week, I introduced legislation to ensure that the Department of Homeland Security does not use fees collected from legal immigrants to fund President Obama’s illegal and unconstitutional executive amnesty. I will continue to uphold the rule of law, protect our citizens, and champion legal immigration. Keep Texas strong, Ted Cruz   Sen. Cruz Applauds 2016 NDAA for Strengthening Our National Defense  On Thursday, Sen. Cruz issued the following...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement regarding today’s final vote on the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Sen. Cruz introduced or cosponsored more than a dozen amendments that were successfully adopted into the bill. “The 2016 NDAA will increase the military readiness and capabilities of the United States without increasing spending on programs entirely unrelated to our national defense,” said Sen. Cruz. “And...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today introduced the Human Rights Accountability Act to incentivize the U.S. Department of State to issue a report on Iran’s human rights record. The bill would withhold five percent of the Department’s operating budget – with the exception of funds for Worldwide Security Protection – for every 30 days the report is delayed. The State Department is required by law to release the Country Reports...

Washington, D.C. -- U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, released the following statement on last night's shooting in Charleston: "My thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims of last night's shooting in Charleston, who were tragically taken from us as they gathered together in prayer inside their place of worship. While details are still emerging, I have faith in law enforcement that the perpetrator of this evil and senseless act will be brought to justice and prosecuted to the...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today introduced the Immigration Slush Fund Elimination Act to eliminate the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) ability to use the fees it collects for the provision of legal immigration services to fund amnesty. The bill would also restore congressional authority over the appropriations process and refocus the agency on its core national security mission. “America has always been a land of refuge and opportunity for those...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Following today’s vote on the Military Justice Improvement Act amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) joined Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) at a press conference today in support of the measure. The amendment required 60 votes to pass and was not agreed to by a vote of 50-49. Highlights of Sen. Cruz’s remarks are below and may...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) penned the following op-ed for The Washington Times calling upon the State Department to comply with its statutory obligations and immediately release the report on Iran’s human rights practices. Full article may be viewed at here. State Dept. must release the Iran human rights report nowBy: Sen. Ted CruzWashington TimesJune 16, 2015 A little over a month ago, five Senate colleagues and I sent a letter to Secretary of State John...

June 12, 2015 Greetings, This week I had the opportunity to visit Edinburg and meet with border officials, and our priority remains the same – we must secure the border to protect Texans and promote legal immigration. Law enforcement officials in the region continue to work tirelessly to keep our families safe from criminals and drug traffickers. I thank them, and I remain committed to doing everything I can to address the border crisis. Keep Texas strong, Ted Cruz   A Regional Update...

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) spoke to POLITICO about the upcoming Supreme Court decision in King v. Burwell and Congress’s response to the decision: “I think the best legislative option is to allow states to opt out,” Cruz said in the Capitol. “I am cautiously optimistic that the Supreme Court will conclude in King vs. Burwell that the Obama IRS disregarded the plain language of the statute and acted lawlessly. And when that occurs, it will be a real...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) issued the following statement after a vote this afternoon on reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank (Ex-Im) as part of the National Defense Authorization Act. Sixty-five senators voted to keep Ex-Im alive, while 29 Republicans and one Independent joined Sen. Cruz in voting to end Ex-Im and the Washington cronyism it represents. Sen. Cruz looks forward to ensuring the Export-Import Bank charter expires permanently after its statutory expiration...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today applauded the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals for ruling in favor of several health and safety provisions in Texas legislation, House Bill 2, which ensures that abortion clinics meet the safety standards of state Ambulatory Surgical Centers and requires that abortionists qualify for admitting privileges at a local hospital. House Bill 2 also bans abortions after 20 weeks.  “This week Texas has once again led the way in...

EDINBURG, Texas -- Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) today attended a briefing with border security enforcement officials and received an update on security efforts in the region. Following the briefing, Sen. Cruz held a media availability. "We need Congress to bring people together and start solving these problems," Sen. Cruz said. "To stop talking about it and to work together to solve it. And I will say again, it was encouraging listening to local sheriffs, local chiefs of police, local law...