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Texas Democrats Propose Ban on Ted Cruz at Sports Events

5/15/2025

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Texas Democrats in Harris County have introduced a lighthearted resolution to ban Senator Ted Cruz from college sports events, humorously blaming him for a "Cruz Curse" that coincides with the home team's dismal 1-8 record when he's in attendance. Meanwhile, the GOP dismisses the proposal as a diversion from pressing matters, while Cruz's office remains silent.

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Texas Democrats in Harris County have introduced a lighthearted resolution to ban Senator Ted Cruz from college sports events, humorously blaming him for a "Cruz Curse" that coincides with the home team's dismal 1-8 record when he's in attendance. Meanwhile, the GOP dismisses the proposal as a diversion from pressing matters, while Cruz's office remains silent.