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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), John Cornyn (R-Texas), and Mike Lee (R-Utah) introduced the Deporting Fraudsters Act, which would make defrauding the United States or unlawfully obtaining public benefits as grounds for inadmissibility and deportability under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Sen. Cruz said, “Americans who meet eligibility requirements should be the only ones to receive taxpayer-funded benefits. Under the Biden administration’s border policies, abuse of these...

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, filed an amicus brief in Trump v. Washington and Trump v. Barbara. The brief argues that the Fourteenth Amendment’s Citizenship Clause does not grant automatic citizenship to children born in the United States to parents who are illegally present. This case is before the U.S. Supreme Court. Upon filing, Sen. Cruz said, “Birthright...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) released the following statement after President Donald Trump’s announcement to designate Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern. Sen. Cruz said, “I am deeply gratified to President Trump for making this determination. I have fought for years to counter the slaughter and persecution of Christians in Nigeria, and this year introduced legislation that will lock in the designation made today. Today’s designation is a critical step in holding...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, introduced a resolution condemning the Chinese Communist Party for the abduction of Pastor Ezra Jin and other leaders of the Zion Church and calling for their release. Sen. Cruz said, “The Chinese Communist Party is conducting yet another sweeping crackdown on Christians, and they are again targeting Pastor Jin and the Zion Church. The CCP fears anything it cannot...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, and colleagues introduced the Natural Gas Export Expansion Act. The bill expedites the federal approval process for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG). Sen. Cruz said, “Increasing U.S. energy exports is good for America, and there is no bigger energy producer than the state of Texas. My legislation expedites permits for LNG exporters to ensure that Texas-produced gas can be...

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...