Ted Cruz's daughter goes viral for reaction to Donald Trump's name during victory speech

newsweek.com November 8, 2024, 11:01 AM UTC

A video of Senator Ted Cruz's daughter, Caroline, reacting to her father's mention of Donald Trump has gone viral. During Cruz's victory speech after winning reelection in Texas, Caroline grimaced and appeared to say, "Don't clap for that," as the crowd cheered. The video, shared on TikTok, has garnered millions of views. Many comments praised Caroline for her reaction, highlighting her apparent disapproval of Trump's potential reelection. This incident follows a history of tension between Trump and the Cruz family, dating back to Trump's insults during the 2016 presidential campaign. Despite this, Ted Cruz has remained a supporter of Trump in recent years.


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