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In a devastating attack on October 7th, Iran-backed terrorists launched a brutal assault on Israel, resulting in the death of 1,400 innocent Israelis and 30 Americans. This act of terror has been described as the worst attack on Israel in fifty years and the largest mass murder of Jews in a single day since the Holocaust. The details of the attack are truly horrifying, with entire Israeli families being murdered, babies brutally slaughtered, women and girls systematically raped, and children being shot in front of their parents.

Senator Ted Cruz, a staunch supporter of Israel, delivered a passionate speech on the Senate floor, condemning Hamas for their grotesque act of war against the Jewish people. He called upon the United States to stand unequivocally with Israel and provide military and diplomatic support to eradicate Hamas completely. Cruz emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "This is a battle between good and evil, and anyone who draws a moral equivalency between Hamas and Israel is lying."

During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Senator Cruz addressed the need to protect the name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights of collegiate athletes. He presented a discussion draft to codify NIL rights, ensuring legal certainty while preserving the self-governance model of universities, conferences, and athletic associations. Senator Cruz emphasized the importance of athletes being fairly compensated for their skills and hard work, stating, "These young men and young women should enjoy significant fruits from their hard work and their performance."

As the ranking member on the Senate Commerce Committee, Senator Cruz attended a hearing on innovation in the space industry. He highlighted Texas's role in American leadership in space and emphasized the need to remove government regulations that hinder innovation. Cruz expressed his belief that the private sector should be allowed to thrive, stating, "Get government out of the way to the greatest extent possible and let the private sector roar."

During a Senate Foreign Relations Committee meeting, Senator Cruz questioned the Biden administration's nominee to be the Ambassador of Israel, Jack Lew. Cruz expressed his concern over the billions of dollars that flowed into Iran during the Obama administration and whether it funded Hamas's war on Israel. He criticized the policy of appeasement, stating, "Sending hundreds of billions of dollars to a theocratic, homicidal, genocidal maniac, who leads chants of 'Death to America' and 'Death to Israel,' has proven catastrophic."

In an interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News, Senator Cruz reiterated his unwavering support for Israel and condemned the false narrative equating Israel and Hamas. He emphasized the evil acts committed by Palestinian terrorists and dismissed any moral equivalence between the two entities, stating, "They are not remotely the same."

Senator Cruz's steadfast support for Israel and his calls for unwavering support from the United States reflect the gravity of the situation. As Israel faces one of the deadliest attacks in its history, it is crucial for the international community, particularly the US, to stand with Israel and provide the necessary support to eradicate terrorism.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://www.cruz.senate.gov/newsroom/blogs/e-newsletter-week-of-october-21st