Presidential ambitions sidelined , Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas has formally declared he is seeking re-election to the Senate in 2018.

“Heidi and I feel incredibly privileged to have made the run for president and be part of an incredible grassroots movement,” Cruz said in a statement. “I will continue fighting for jobs, freedom, and security in the Senate for 27 million Texans and all Americans across this great country. The conservative movement remains strong and vibrant. When conservatives are united, we are far more effective.”





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Cruz dropped out of the presidential race last week after losing the Indiana primary to GOP front-runner Donald Trump.



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