Ted Cruz Endorses Byron Donalds in Florida's Governor Race

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) is throwing his support behind Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor, adding to a trove of endorsements for the representative as he continues to solidify the Republican coalition in his bid. READ MORE.

Senator Ted Cruz: "Byron Donalds is exactly the kind of strong conservative leader Florida needs. He has never shied away from a fight and is firmly grounded in the constitutional principles of faith, freedom, and liberty."

Rep. Wesley Hunt: "It is the veteran who has given you freedom of religion, freedom of the press, freedom of speech, freedom to assemble, the right to vote, and it is the veteran, who salutes the Flag, who serves under the Flag, and whose coffin is draped by the Flag. Today, WE HONOR YOU."

Senator John Cornyn: "The Schumer Shutdown will go down as the longest and dumbest government shutdown in history... Senate Democrats have relented after accomplishing nothing but hurting millions of Americans."

Rep. Greg Casar: "On Veterans Day, I am reflecting on the service and sacrifice of all our veterans. I'm proud to represent Military City USA and am so grateful to every Texan and every American who has served."

Ted Cruz Endorses Byron Donalds in Florida's Governor Race — By Texas Politics' Michael Costeines — Texas Sen. Ted Cruz (R) is throwing his support behind Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) for governor, adding to a trove of endorsements for the representative as he continues to solidify the Republican coalition in his bid.

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Ted Cruz Endorses Byron Donalds in Florida's Governor Race — By Texas Politics' Michael Costeines

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LONESTAR is written by Javier Manjarres and Daniel Molina