Cruz: Texans will be hurt as Democrats take Senate and governor's seat
The Texas senator called the election results a 'blue tsunami' and warned that new state leadership will make the state less attractive for small businesses.
By Alejandro Brooks ·
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz stated on Wednesday evening that Texans will be hurt by the Democratic victories in the state’s top two races. He issued the warning after Democrats secured the U.S. Senate seat and the governor’s mansion in Tuesday’s midterm elections.
In a statement shared on social media, Cruz described the results as a blue tsunami that swept across the state and the country. He argued that the incoming administration’s focus on business would make Texas a less attractive location for starting or growing small enterprises. Cruz predicted that Texas would resemble California if the new leaders succeeded in halting new investment in artificial intelligence.
The shift in power marks a major departure from recent history in the Lone Star State. State Reps. James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa won their respective races, becoming the first Democrats elected to those positions in decades. Talarico defeated the Republican nominee by more than 12 percentage points, according to Decision Desk HQ.
Cruz noted that he is now the only statewide elected Republican remaining in Texas. He acknowledged the difficulty of the situation in his post, writing that he is the sole Republican in that specific role after a long tenure.
The senator said he spoke with Talarico on Tuesday evening to congratulate him on a very impressive victory. Cruz characterized the call as a pleasant conversation and said he looks forward to working with the new senator to benefit the state.
Looking ahead, Cruz said his party must fight the madness and rebuild over the next two years under new Democratic control of both chambers of Congress. Outgoing GOP Sen. John Cornyn also weighed in with an op-ed in The Wall Street Journal, urging his party to refocus on winning principles. Cornyn called the losses foreseeable and foreseen, citing issues with candidate appeals and the administration’s delivery on 2024 promises.
Despite the losses, both Cruz and Cornyn expressed optimism that Republicans will regain the seats. Cruz wrote that he is filled with hope and optimism, insisting that Texas will be red again because the state’s identity has not changed.
Source: The Hill
