Cruz rips ‘right-wing socialism,’ says GOP shouldn’t be ‘giving away free stuff’
Sen. Ted Cruz criticized proposed payments to Americans as “right-wing socialism” and urged Republicans to focus on jobs and small businesses.
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Published Sep 23, 2026
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Sen. Ted Cruz argued that Republicans should reject what he called “right-wing socialism” and focus on jobs and small businesses rather than giveaways. His remarks came amid debate over President Trump’s proposed $5,000 dividend and Sen. Bernie Moreno’s plan to prepare legislation for similar payments.
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