Ted Cruz: Texas Senator Faces Off Against Colin Allred

Key Points

• Rafael Edward Cruz (born December 22, 1970) is an American politician, attorney, and political commentator.
• Cruz is currently serving as the junior U.S. Senator from Texas.
• Cruz will face off against Representative Colin Allred in the Texas Senate election in November.

Background

Ted Cruz was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada to American parents. He attended Princeton University and Harvard Law School. After graduating, Cruz worked as a clerk for Chief Justice William Rehnquist of the Supreme Court of the United States. Cruz then worked as a lawyer in private practice.

Cruz entered politics in 2004 when he was elected to the Texas House of Representatives. He served in the Texas House until 2009, when he was elected to the U.S. Senate. Cruz is a member of the Republican Party.

Policies and Legislation

Cruz is a conservative Republican. He is a strong supporter of gun rights and has opposed gun control measures. Cruz is also a pro-life advocate and has supported legislation to restrict abortion.

In the Senate, Cruz has been a vocal critic of the Affordable Care Act. He has supported legislation to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.

Services for Texans

Cruz's office provides a variety of services for Texans, including:

• Help with federal agencies
• Tours of the U.S. Capitol
• Assistance with immigration issues