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GOP Senator Says Ted Cruz Wants to Be President: What 2028 Polls Show
Senator Cornyn's remarks come as speculation of early positioning by potential candidates has continued.
Senator John Cornyn offered a potential glimpse into the Republican Party's early 2028 presidential maneuvering, suggesting that fellow Texas Senator Ted Cruz still harbors White House ambitions.
Speaking with Semafor , Cornyn quipped that he did not want to "jinx" either Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State Marco Rubio by endorsing them as the party's potential future leader. However, he was more direct when discussing Cruz, saying, "Don't tell Ted Cruz that, because Ted wants to be the next president."
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