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Cruz Blasts Democrats for Supporting Deported MS-13 Member

5/11/2025

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Sen. Ted Cruz slammed Democrats for backing deported MS-13 member Kilmar Abrego Garcia, accusing them of valuing illegal immigrants over American citizens. His comments came after Democratic lawmakers visited El Salvador to advocate for Garcia's return. Cruz contended that their fierce opposition to Trump has blinded them to the dangers posed by violent criminals like Garcia.

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Sen. Ted Cruz slammed Democrats for backing deported MS-13 member Kilmar Abrego Garcia, accusing them of valuing illegal immigrants over American citizens. His comments came after Democratic lawmakers visited El Salvador to advocate for Garcia's return. Cruz contended that their fierce opposition to Trump has blinded them to the dangers posed by violent criminals like Garcia.