Senator Ted Cruz criticized FCC Chairman Brendan Carr for comments regarding Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks, likening them to threats against ABC’s broadcasting licenses. Cruz, despite disliking Kimmel’s comments, expressed concern that such actions set a dangerous precedent for government censorship, potentially targeting conservatives in the future. He stated that allowing the government to police speech would inevitably lead to the suppression of opposing viewpoints. The situation has also garnered responses from other politicians, including criticism from Democrats and defenses from Republicans, with varying perspectives on the issue of free speech and the FCC’s role.
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President Trump defended FCC Chair Brendan Carr, despite Senator Ted Cruz’s criticism of Carr’s actions regarding the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel. Cruz denounced Carr’s actions, warning that they set a dangerous precedent for suppressing free speech. Trump disagreed with Cruz and stated Carr was a patriot taking on networks that criticized him. The controversy arose after Kimmel’s comments about a conservative activist’s murder, which led Carr to threaten ABC’s broadcast license.
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Ted Cruz: MAGA “will regret” what it did to Jimmy Kimmel
Ted Cruz, in an unexpected twist, seems to be aligning himself with a viewpoint that many people, myself included, find themselves surprisingly agreeing with: that the actions taken against Jimmy Kimmel by some within the MAGA movement were a step too far. This is not a straightforward endorsement of Kimmel, nor is it an abandonment of Cruz’s core political affiliations. Instead, it’s a recognition of a dangerous precedent. It’s a statement that resonates with the fundamental principles of free speech and the potential for a backlash when those principles are violated.… Continue reading
Senator Ted Cruz criticized FCC chair Brendan Carr for his remarks regarding Jimmy Kimmel’s comments on Charlie Kirk, comparing Carr’s warning to ABC to a mafia threat. Although Cruz disagreed with Kimmel’s statements, he condemned the government’s potential censorship of speech, warning it sets a dangerous precedent. The senator expressed concern that such actions could be used against conservatives by future Democratic administrations. This followed Kimmel’s show being taken off the air, causing growing discomfort among Republicans, with some voices across the political spectrum raising First Amendment concerns.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Senator Ted Cruz for a mathematical error in a social media post concerning congressional redistricting. Cruz’s initial post incorrectly calculated the potential Democratic advantage in California, which Newsom promptly corrected and used as an opportunity to mock Cruz. Following the error, Cruz deleted the post, prompting Newsom to further satirize him. Newsom’s response comes amid a redistricting push led by his administration, aimed at countering efforts in Republican-led states and potentially impacting the upcoming midterm elections.
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Despite accusations of treason from some, Senator Ted Cruz has admitted that former President Barack Obama is unlikely to face charges. The admission comes amidst the Trump administration’s attempts to deflect from the Jeffrey Epstein case and after accusations from the Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, that Obama engaged in a “treasonous conspiracy”. Though potential criminal liability for Obama administration officials is suggested, no evidence of wrongdoing beyond requests for intelligence assessments has been provided. Obama has dismissed the accusations as a “weak attempt at distraction.”
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Following a deadly flood in Texas, Senator Ted Cruz faced criticism for a vacation to Greece, while also ensuring a reduction in funding for weather forecasting efforts. Cruz’s actions included inserting language in the Republican spending bill to eliminate a $150 million fund for weather forecasting improvements. Environmental groups criticized these cuts, which may have worsened the response to the disaster. The Trump administration’s budget proposal seeks to dismantle NOAA’s weather and climate research labs.
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Recently, Senator Ted Cruz faced criticism for his actions during and leading up to a deadly flood in Texas. Before the disaster, Cruz ensured the Republican spending bill cut funding for weather forecasting. Amidst the crisis, he vacationed in Greece, sparking outrage given the severity of the floods that killed over 100 people. Critics have pointed out these cuts may have worsened the disaster, with environmental groups highlighting the impact of reduced funding on agencies tasked with disaster response.
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Despite his office’s claim that he returned from his European vacation “as fast as humanly possible,” Senator Ted Cruz could have booked earlier flights back to Texas from Athens, Greece. Flight data revealed several flight options on Friday, July 4, and Saturday, July 5, after the devastating floods hit Texas, which he ultimately missed. Witnesses saw Cruz touring the Parthenon in Athens on Saturday, more than 24 hours after the Guadalupe River burst its banks, prompting criticism from those present. While Cruz later addressed the situation on the airwaves and engaged with authorities, the timing of his return and his whereabouts during the initial response raised questions.
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Former President Donald Trump expressed strong disapproval of Elon Musk’s potential new political party, labeling the idea as “ridiculous.” Trump asserted that third parties have historically failed in the United States and would only cause disruption and chaos, particularly criticizing the timing given existing issues with the Democratic Party. Trump doubled down on his stance via Truth Social, while simultaneously claiming Musk’s issue with the bill wasn’t about the price tag but the electric vehicle mandate. Trump even went as far as calling Musk a “train wreck.”
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