Ted Cruz is a prominent American politician currently serving as the junior United States Senator for Texas since 2013. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served as the Solicitor General of Texas from 2003 to 2008. Cruz ran for President of the United States in 2016, finishing second in the Republican primaries. Known for his conservative political stances, he has been involved in numerous high-profile legislative debates and is a frequent commentator on national issues.