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Cruz Defends Greece Trip Amid Texas Flood Outrage

7/8/2025

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Senator Ted Cruz's communications director fired back at media claims that he vacationed in Greece while Texas faced devastating floods that claimed over 90 lives. Cruz's office insisted his trip was preplanned, emphasizing his immediate communication with Texas officials and quick return to tackle the crisis, igniting a heated debate across the state.

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Senator Ted Cruz's communications director fired back at media claims that he vacationed in Greece while Texas faced devastating floods that claimed over 90 lives. Cruz's office insisted his trip was preplanned, emphasizing his immediate communication with Texas officials and quick return to tackle the crisis, igniting a heated debate across the state.