2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis

Trump resurrected his pitch to elect Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) to the Supreme Court should an opening occur, claiming both Democrats and Republicans would support the idea because they dislike the senator.

2026 midterm elections live updates: Latest news, results, and analysis

TL;DR

  • Donald Trump has reiterated his idea of appointing Senator Ted Cruz to the Supreme Court.
  • Trump claims this move would be supported by both Democrats and Republicans.
  • The basis for this alleged bipartisan support is the perceived dislike for Senator Cruz by members of both parties.