Rafael Edward “Ted” Cruz is an American politician and attorney, serving as the junior United States senator for Texas since 2013.

Born on December 22, 1970 (age 51 years), Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, Canada, Rafael is said to have served as Solicitor General of Texas from 2003 to 2008.

The politician is married to his beautiful wife Heidi Cruz with whom they have been blessed with two children; Caroline Camille Cruz and Catherine Christiane Cruz.

Cruz went to Awty International School in Houston.

Cruz attended two private high schools: Faith West Academy, near Katy, Texas;and Second Baptist High School in Houston, from which he graduated as valedictorian in 1988.

What Nationality is Ted Cruz?

Ted Cruz is said to have been born in Foothills Medical Centre, Calgary, Canada. He is said to be an American.

Does Ted Cruz have Siblings?

Does Ted Cruz have Siblings? Yes, Ted Cruz is said to have  three siblings by the names of : Roxana, Michael and Miriam Cruz.

Electoral history

Year Office Type Party Main opponent Party Votes for Cruz Result Ref.
Total % P. ±%
2012 Senator Primary Republican David Dewhurst Republican 480,558 34.16% 2nd N/A Won
Runoff 631,812 56.82% 1st N/A Won
General Paul Sadler Democratic 4,440,137 56.46% 1st -5.23% Won
2016 President Primary Republican Donald Trump Republican 7,822,100 25.08% 2nd N/A Lost
Convention 551 22.3% 2nd N/A
2018 Senator Primary Republican Mary Miller Republican 1,322,724 85.36% 1st +51.2% Won
General Beto O’Rourke Democratic 4,260,553 50.89% 1st -5.57% Won