Cruz rips 'right-wing socialism,' says GOP shouldn't be 'giving away free stuff'

Senator Ted Cruz has pushed back against fellow Republicans who advocate for policies he labels as "right-wing socialism," arguing such approaches risk alienating the party’s core voter base. Speaking on Fox News, Cruz identified himself as a populist leader while emphasizing his support stems from blue-collar workers who have consistently backed him. His remarks reflect growing internal tensions within the GOP over economic and social strategies ahead of key political battles. The debate highlights differing visions for appealing to working-class voters without straying from conservative principles.

GOP Sen. Ted Cruz (Texas) on Tuesday criticized populist Republicans for proposing “right-wing socialism,” arguing the strategy will not pay off for the party. “I consider myself very much a populist, Cruz said on Fox News’s “The Will Cain Show,” claiming "the base that has elected me every time has been blue-collar workers.” “Here’s the...