Ted Cruz Criticizes McConnell Over Fundraising

Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has publicly criticized Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell for failing to provide financial support from the Senate Leadership Fund (SLF) in Cruz's competitive reelection campaign against Democratic candidate Colin Allred. Cruz accused McConnell of using the SLF to reward compliant senators while punishing those who challenge his leadership, stating, 'Not a penny' has been allocated to his campaign despite McConnell controlling $400 million in PAC resources. Cruz highlighted similar issues during his 2018 race against Beto O'Rourke, where he was also outspent significantly without any backing from the SLF. He noted that the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee is launching a multimillion-dollar ad campaign against him, increasing the stakes in Texas, which is viewed as a critical battleground for the GOP. Cruz's ongoing conflicts with McConnell, including disputes over bipartisan agreements, have further complicated his relationship with the Senate leadership. The lack of support from the SLF raises concerns about the GOP's strategy and resource allocation heading into the 2024 elections.