Ted Cruz

Ted Cruz is a conservative Republican politician who serves as a United States Senator representing the state of Texas. Alongside his legislative duties in Washington D.C., he is an author who makes high-profile media appearances to promote his book projects and discuss political news.

Cruz's public appearances frequently generate intense political debate and vocal reactions. During a broadcast of the daytime chat show The View, host Whoopi Goldberg had to step in after the studio audience greeted the announcement of Cruz's visit with loud groans and boos. While on the show, Cruz faced sharp questioning from panel members Sunny Hostin and Joy Behar regarding national politics, inflation, and the economy. When pressed for an evaluation, Cruz gave Donald Trump an A grade for his financial performance, drawing groans inside the studio.

Following the broadcast, moderator Goldberg noted she had refrained from asking Cruz a blunt question about what his actual job entails. Outside of television studios, Cruz remains a frequent target of political commentary, including ongoing shade from Texas-born country artist Kacey Musgraves during her live performances.