Ted Cruz Faces Intense Criticism Over Abortion Stance and Fundraising in Tight Senate Race

Senator Ted Cruz is under intense scrutiny as he navigates a closely contested Senate race against Democratic Representative Colin Allred in Texas. The issue of abortion has become a pivotal point in the campaign, with Allred making it a central focus and criticizing Cruz for his strong anti-abortion stance and evasive responses to questions on the topic.

During a recent debate, Cruz was pressed by Allred to address the plight of women like Kate Cox, who were denied abortions in Texas due to the state’s stringent laws. Cox, a 32-year-old mother from Dallas, had to leave Texas to secure an abortion in another state after her fetus was diagnosed with a fatal condition. Cruz sidestepped questions about whether he supports exceptions for cases of rape and incest, deflecting responsibility by stating that such matters should be determined by the Texas Legislature.

Several women, including Lauren Miller, Taylor, Klyn Kash, and Ashley Brandt, have come forward to criticize Cruz’s abortion record, labeling him a “liar” intent on undermining reproductive rights. Miller accused Cruz of aiming for a national abortion ban if re-elected and highlighted his role in the overturning of Roe v. Wade by blocking President Barack Obama‘s Supreme Court nominee in 2016.

In terms of fundraising, Allred has consistently outraised Cruz in recent months, bringing in over $11.8 million in the first 16 days of October, compared to Cruz’s $9.9 million. Allred’s total fundraising for the election cycle has surpassed $80 million, eclipsing the records set by Beto O’Rourke in 2018. Despite this, Cruz remains a formidable fundraiser with significant support from super PACs and the National Republican Senatorial Committee.

The campaign has also seen significant spending on television ads, with Allred’s campaign spending over $31 million and the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee investing an additional $10 million. The Senate Majority PAC has announced a $5 million investment in television ads in key Texas cities, further intensifying the electoral battle.