Ted Cruz trolled after saying he will decide on 2028 presidential run 'down the road'

AUSTIN, TEXAS: In a recent interview, Senator Ted Cruz of Texas hinted at the possibility of a potential presidential run in 2028, stating that the decision would be made "down the road."

However, Cruz emphasized that his current focus remains steadfastly on the upcoming 2024 presidential race and his support for former President Donald Trump's candidacy.

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Talking about plans for running for President Cruz told Fox News, “Well, listen, that, that’s a decision that will be made down the road. I can tell you right now 100 percent of my time and energy is focused on 2024. I’m in a very serious fight in 2024. We need to win the presidency in 2024. I’m supporting Donald Trump.”

Cruz's political journey has been marked by notable twists and turns. First sworn into the Senate in 2013, Cruz announced his candidacy for the White House in 2015, initiating a contentious relationship with then-candidate Trump.

During the 2016 campaign, Trump famously dubbed Cruz as "Lyin’ Ted," launching personal attacks on Cruz's family and even implicating his father in the assassination of former President Kennedy.

Despite the beef, Cruz ultimately endorsed Trump's candidacy in the 2016 election, solidifying his position as a reliable ally within the Republican Party. His endorsement of Trump's third bid for the presidency earlier this year underscores his continued support for the former president.

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Cruz is gearing up for a tough reelection battle against Representative Colin Allred, a Democrat from Texas. Polling averages indicate that Cruz maintains a 7.4 percentage point lead over Allred in the upcoming November election.

During the interview, Cruz also voiced concerns about the influx of funding from national Democratic sources targeting his reelection campaign.

“Our country cannot stand for more years of disastrous Biden, Democrat policies. They’ve done enormous damage to the country. And we need to win my race in Texas. It’s the number one target for Chuck Schumer. It’s the number one target,” he said.

He warned of a substantial financial effort, estimating that Democrats plan to spend over $100 million, possibly up to $150 million, in an attempt to unseat him. "Barack Obama just tweeted out a map of states – here are the states we as Democrats are going to target. And he put Texas right front and center. They’re coming after me," Cruz said.

Cruz appeared undeterred, stating that he views attempts to undermine him as a "badge of honor."

"I’ve got to tell you, the fact that they’re coming after me, I wear as a badge of honor. I’d be disappointed if Schumer and Soros and Obama were not trying to take me out. I’d be asking, ‘Gosh am I not really making that much of a difference? Are they not that worried about how effective I am fighting against their policies?' Well, their actions speak loudly. They want to take me out. They’re not going to succeed," he said.

The senator's remarks also touched on his legislative accomplishments and his dedication to serving the people of Texas. Cruz highlighted his role in passing bipartisan legislation aimed at improving airline service and air safety. "It will be the 100th bill that I have written and passed into law," he noted.

"I have been, year after year after year, introducing and passing legislation, almost all of it bipartisan, and winning big victories for Texas," he insisted, adding that "my job here is to do both – to lead the fight against bad things and also fight to accomplish real, meaningful victories for jobs, for the safety and security of Texas, and to protect their rights."

Ted Cruz trolled for saying he might run for president in the future

Despite Cruz's focus on the upcoming elections and legislative efforts, his mention of a potential 2028 presidential run drew ridicule from critics on social media.

"No one is asking for this," one posted on X.

"Thats as ridiculous as Lindsey Graham running for president. Its not going to happen," another wrote.

"Nope. DeSantis will crush him," someone else added.

"Your career is dead, Eddie Munster," another offered.

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