Summary
Secret recordings reveal that Senator Ted Cruz criticized Vice President Vance and President Trump's tariff policies in private donor meetings. Cruz argued that Trump's tariffs could harm the economy and risk political losses for Republicans. The recordings also show Cruz positioning himself as a traditional Republican opposing certain policies and figures like Tucker Carlson.
Key Facts
- Senator Ted Cruz criticized Vice President Vance and President Trump's tariff policy in private meetings with donors.
- The meetings took place in early 2025 and mid-2025, after President Trump announced new tariffs.
- Cruz warned that Trump's tariffs could harm the economy and lead to political losses in future elections.
- Cruz described a tense call with President Trump where they discussed the tariffs, which ended with Trump using strong language towards Cruz.
- Cruz mentioned resistance within the White House to trade agreements, naming White House advisor Peter Navarro, Vance, and sometimes Trump.
- Cruz tied Vice President Vance to Tucker Carlson, accusing them of sharing anti-interventionist views.
- Cruz highlighted their alleged influence in personnel decisions, such as the ousting of Mike Waltz and appointment of Daniel Davis.
- A Cruz spokesperson stated that Cruz is a strong ally of President Trump and fights to advance his agenda.
