Sen. Ted Cruz has snarky response after facing backlash for traveling ahead of disastrous winter storm

Senator Ted Cruz found himself in hot water once again after a photo of him boarding a flight to California went viral, just days before a winter storm threatened Texas. The Republican lawmaker faced criticism for leaving the state during a time of crisis, reminiscent of his controversial trip to Mexico during a deadly winter storm in 2021.

In response to the backlash, Cruz took to social media to announce his return to Texas, posting a photo of himself holding his hand up toward the sky. He sarcastically mentioned the weather conditions in Texas, stating that according to Twitter, simply raising his hand on Texas soil would bring sunshine, rainbows, and unicorns.

The photo of Cruz on the plane to California sparked outrage online, with many drawing parallels to his previous vacations during times of crisis. Despite the criticism, Cruz defended the trip, noting that it was planned before the storm was forecasted.

The winter storm, named Winter Storm Fern, began impacting Texas on Friday, causing power outages and hazardous road conditions due to freezing rain, ice, and sleet. Forecasters warned of a potentially catastrophic event from Texas to the Carolinas as the storm moves across the country.

This incident adds to a series of controversies surrounding Cruz’s travel decisions during times of crisis, including a trip to Greece during deadly floods in Texas last summer. The senator’s actions have once again raised questions about his priorities and responsibilities as an elected official.