Secret recordings from 2025 have surfaced, capturing Texas Senator Ted Cruz harshly criticizing President Donald Trump during private conversations with GOP donors. According to reports, Cruz expressed frustration over Trump’s aggressive tariff policies, warning that they could lead to significant electoral losses for Republicans in the 2026 midterms. He reportedly told donors that he had personally advised Trump against broad tariffs on imports from allies like Canada and Mexico, emphasizing their potential to alienate voters in key states. Cruz allegedly described Trump’s approach as stubborn, claiming the president “doesn’t have the backbone” to adjust course despite internal party concerns.

The leaked audio also reveals Cruz’s pointed attacks on Vice President JD Vance, whom he portrayed as a creation of conservative commentator Tucker Carlson. In one recording, Cruz is heard saying, “Tucker created JD. JD is Tucker’s protégé, and they are one and the same,” suggesting Vance lacks independent stature and merely echoes Carlson’s influence. This criticism stems from broader tensions within the GOP, where Cruz, eyeing a potential 2028 presidential run, has positioned himself as a more pragmatic alternative to the Trump-Vance wing. The remarks highlight ongoing fractures in the party, especially as Trump’s administration pushes forward with economic nationalism.

The revelations have ignited backlash within Republican circles, with some Trump loyalists branding Cruz a disloyal opportunist and calling for party unity. Social media erupted with responses, including one viral post declaring “F*** you, Ted,” reflecting the raw anger from the MAGA base. As Cruz navigates this fallout, the incident underscores the precarious balance of ambition and allegiance in a post-2024 GOP landscape, potentially complicating his future political aspirations amid Trump’s enduring influence.

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