BREAKING NEWS: Ted Cruz Absolutely Explodes At Dick Durbin, Accuses Him Of Calling Him A 'Bigot'

In the Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) took exception with Sen. Dick Durbin's (D-IL) response to his criticism of a judicial nominee.
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[@DarrylAJones]

"Hate, bias, and bigotry have no place in government"- said Dick Durbin. *IF THAT IS THE CASE, IT HAS BEEN PROVEN THAT THIS MAN HAS NO PLACE IN OUR GOVERNMENT!*

[@michel.montreal]

You are talking about Cruz, right ?

[@DarrylAJones]

@@michel.montreal NO, talking about the nominee!

[@michel.montreal]

@@DarrylAJones My bad, Sarcasm and irony don't translate well in text. In my opinion Cruz has no place in any elected office whatsoever. He is a bigot. My opinion.

[@terrilawson2559]

💯

[@carolynmoore796]

Agreed

[@doctordemento965]

Dear Mr. planted DURBIN. WE THE PEOPLE DO NOT WANT YOU MAKING DECISIONS AGAINST OUR CONSTITUTION AND BILL OF RIGHTS.

[@The00Dude]

We the CLOWNS! Ha ha ha

[@jeffkeener3294]

Durbin's been on the Senate Judiciary committee for two decades? That's a real problem.

[@hogg1974]

DurBan is worthless! he's been a politician over 50 years, hasn't accomplished anything!!

[@Davmartin-kp1yq]

Yep

[@Shatteredskies-]

No HE THE PROBLEM

[@jerzyszymanski819]

it's enough, isn't it?

[@mdaddy775]

Cruz acts like a two-year-old, also a problem

[@dave8767]

Two decades of Durbin's chairmanship explains the reason for the slow but evident descent of the rule of law in the US.

[@sandraw9729]

Exactly

[@dougthornton6884]

WAY too long !!!

[@Davmartin-kp1yq]

No doubt and he’s proud of it I’m sure

[@Davmartin-kp1yq]

He needs to be voted out

[@dougthornton6884]

When the electoral process is tainted and hacked that is problematic. Check out citizens audit to see how our election process has been destroyed in most states.@@Davmartin-kp1yq

[@pitman6992]

Term limits NOW!!!!!!🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

[@pitman6992]

@Rovingdog628 That's what I'm talkin bout!!!🤣🤣🤣

[@cathygagnon4760]

Amen!!! and AMEN!!!!

[@cathygagnon4760]

Amen!!! and AMEN!!!!

[@cathygagnon4760]

Amen!!! and AMEN!!!!

[@user-vs1ml7rj5n]

Ted Cruz speaks his mind and I love it ❤ We need more like him

[@edwardallen9866]

Two decades on this committee isn't something to brag about Durbin.

[@pamvancleave6722]

Two decades? Time to go - Durbin

[@dr.kenschmidt5726]

Two decades are two too long.

[@dr.kenschmidt5726]

Thank you, Senator Cruz!

[@1KJM1]

Elected by the people for the people.

[@KoshN]

​@@1KJM1 Elected by the mindless drones who vote Democrat EVERY SINGLE TIME. There must be something in the water in Illinois that makes people do that, that permanently brainwashes them to the point where they will not pay attention to what they should, and will just be automatons who vote D.

[@normanconnor]

Dick Durbin has 20 years service in that committee. He has a lot to answer for. He has selected or been involved in choosing many many bad judges.

[@biot2156]

Durbin has been a senator since '96, ON this committee since 2001, and only the chairperson since '21. So, all his bad judges... Is that including 12 yrs of Bush 43 & Trump nominees, or only the 12 yrs of Obama & Biden ones? And as for Durbin being there too long, Chuck Grassley has been either chair or ranking (minority-head) of this committee for as long as Durbin has been a senator through both D & R administrations. And he's been a senator since 20 years before that! (Yes, since 1980.) Should he go, too?

[@claudiaclark6162]

Why doesn't Illinois get rid of Durbin?

[@dustinbarlow1623]

NO one should be a judge if they support terrorist extremists.

[@rtm365bnc]

Foreign or domestic, agreed.

[@BSAND6690]

Goes for a president too...

[@officialduckburgartgallery1811]

@@BSAND6690especially

[@MichelleHuff-wk1ui]

This should be so, without saying!?!?

[@JoseyWales44s]

@@DrMindbender-wi1gq " Only stupidity gets them toppled." Many times, not even that.

[@mattgunia942]

What a sack of Durbin. Illinois should be ashamed of its senior senator.

[@bonnienewcomb5001]

We are we don't vote the criminals in but some how they keep getting elected

[@ninalong6710]

We are ashamed of Turbin Durbin... just as we are ashamed of Gov. Prik

[@ethanweeter2732]

@@ninalong6710I lived there for a year and change, liked it better than Ohio,

[@y2ksurvivor]

We are. We've been drowning in corruption for years, mostly from Chicago based politicians. All the woke, democrat-pushed social programs are only available to people in Chicago and they eat it up every time. Downstate folks have an entirely different experience. It pays to be broke in the big city but it's totally different downstate. Pritzker represents Chicago first, always. If you live south of the Chicago area, it's like living in an entirely different state. Central and Southern Illinois voters tend to vote conservatively, but Chicago doesn't and their population outweighs southern IL. Too many Chicagoans vote in favor of woke policies that they believe will benefit them, even if it bites them later - like the sanctuary city nonsense blew up in their face recently.

[@phylliscurto8995]

@@y2ksurvivorthe same in NYS. Upstate loves Trump . Never but a few times did I see a Biden for president. Down state washes our votes out. Governor Hochul is worse than Cuomo. She’s a commie. This sanctuary state is Bs.

[@annhernandez8808]

Lord Jesus, let all their lies be exposed. Let all that is done in darkness be brought into the light for all to see. Let truth prevail!

[@rainewaters6371]

Amen. 😔🙏🏽📖

[@sour_yeti5145]

In Jesus's name Amen❤

[@user-rp6ij9zp4u]

If only Cruz would speak out about Trump and his cronies with such ferver. Trump and clan are bedfellows with insurrectionists, judges who overturn rights for American women, a crazy who adores dictators that would harm America.Would vote for a maniac who promises to be a dictator...Cruz, get rid of the of existing unworthy on the not so Supreme court first.

[@user-vs1ml7rj5n]

Amen❤

[@Honey-Sanchez]

[@Romans15.32]

Durbin is a Senator from our state - Illinois. He is disturbing individual and should lose his seat.

[@imoverthis12]

Durbin needs to go, TERM LIMITS NEED TO BE SET, THERE SHOULD BE NO PROXY VOTING ALLOWED THIS IS YOUR JOB!

[@celiasalsa8871]

Ted is a giant arse!!

[@jaysmith2414]

cruz needs to go what a cry baby.

[@wlangley88]

Cruz was all about term limits, and being limited to two terms. He is up for reelection this year. Remind him of that every chance you get. I being a Texan, hope enough of us finally come to our senses, and vote this creep show out of office.

[@liverworm9917]

@@wlangley88So you don't have any problem with pro-Hamas judges...? I'm curious.

[@wlangley88]

@@liverworm9917 Where did you read where I said that? I'm curious.

[@pistolpackinmama5090]

Wow…..what buffoonery!!!! (from Durbin)

[@Afurthyclays]

Sad, that you have to point out what should be obvious to all, but these are absolutely insane times, thanks to pen-is turban.

[@Aislynn775]

Voting by Proxy should not be allowed. We pay you to go to work & we'd like to SEE you vote.

[@AppleOfThineEye]

​@@Rovingdog628Absentee ballots shouldn't be allowed either. Next?

[@kengendron25]

You have Nancy Peloci to thank for "Proxi Voting!"

[@erictred4529]

Because we pay them for that. That's their job ! That's why its really simple kid.@@Rovingdog628

[@vanjam412]

​@@AppleOfThineEyethe Senate is composed of 100 people. Everyone needs to give their input. Sometimes they are very busy. Them not being present is a disadvantage to themselves because they don't have the ability to speak about why they voted that way.

[@AppleOfThineEye]

@@vanjam412 You do realize I was agreeing with this, right?

[@cq42lz]

Senator Cruz is “…sharper than any two edged sword…” He debacled durbin. 😮❤

[@JoeDark76]

GIVEM' HELL TED

[@patricialewis2151]

There should never be LIFETIME POSITIONS

[@dianasims6819]

I agree with you 100%. I also think we need serious term limits. No more than two for anyone. I'm also thinking age limits would be good too.

[@brucebell7729]

Lol

[@stealthy1498]

@@dianasims6819meh age limits aren’t really a good idea in these things.

[@dianasims6819]

@@stealthy1498 why? You have companies in the real world who put age limits you have to retire at a certain age. And then you have representatives in Washington who I believe are having many strokes right in front of the camera standing in front of a microphone and they freeze up and can't say anything. That's not healthy for them and it's not good for us. And those things tend to happen more as you get older. It's not anything against older people. I love older people. In fact I get along better with older people than I do people my own age. But it's what's good for them as well as what's good for the country.

[@JerTin-Woodlands]

@@dianasims6819 Loss of Experience: Opponents argue that imposing term limits may lead to a loss of experienced legislators. Experienced politicians often have a deep understanding of legislative processes, policies, and the intricacies of governance. Term limits could result in a constant turnover of representatives, potentially reducing the overall effectiveness of the legislative body. Disruption of Policies and Projects: Implementing term limits might interrupt long-term policies and projects. Elected officials may need time to fully understand and address complex issues, and term limits could cut short their ability to see these initiatives through to completion. Reduced Accountability: Advocates of term limits suggest that it promotes accountability by preventing the concentration of power in the hands of a few individuals. However, opponents argue that term-limited officials may become less accountable since they do not have to face re-election. In their final term, they might be less concerned about public opinion and more focused on securing a post-political career. Influence of Bureaucracy and Special Interests: Critics argue that term limits could lead to an increase in the influence of bureaucrats and special interest groups. As elected officials are constrained by term limits, these groups may gain more influence, having a continuous presence in the policymaking process. Learning Curve for New Officials: When representatives have limited time in office, there may be a steep learning curve for new officials. This could result in less effective governance as they need time to understand the complexities of their roles and the issues they are dealing with. Diminished Institutional Knowledge: Long-serving officials often contribute to the institutional knowledge of a legislative body. Term limits may result in a loss of this knowledge, making it challenging for new members to navigate the legislative process effectively.

[@Henry.58]

20 years in the Senate is the 1st thing that needs to be changed.

[@vanvoutsinas1462]

It's monents like this that makes Texans like myself proud to keep reelecting a fighter like Ted Cruz.

[@melindamorgan4879]

Me, too! ❤

[@glendagilmore1923]

I hopeTexas get help from other states to stop the invasion national guards from all states help stand with the citizens

[@glendagilmore1923]

To help stand with Texasis standing for justice

[@metrork1]

Senator Dick Durbin, have you been paid under the table?

[@imsharonl2]

He’s on the island list???

[@alicesnyder5394]

Really!

[@hattiejaz52]

Durbin has no business being in that chair. He’s another snake in the grass.

[@johnmusso781]

They all are.

[@D3NNl5]

Bravo for standing your ground Ted!!! I love it!!!

[@oalmikee1234]

Go, Mr.Ted . make them feel truth about them.

[@davidrever2201]

Durban is so stupid to allow something like this happen and he's sticking up for the guy

[@garyfrost8166]

Look what he has done for the state of Illinois.

[@leanorau990]

Blackmailed?

[@notoglobalism3754]

@@garyfrost8166 Let's not not act surprised. His name says it all!

[@ericmccambly4404]

Another corrupt individual who has ties to some pretty slimy people.

[@ericmccambly4404]

Durbin is a classic liar

[@edenseal]

Durbin is a disgrace as usual.

[@jeanninewood4111]

There should be no lifetime appointments.

[@AppleOfThineEye]

​@Rovingdog628Employers can fire whoever they want whenever they want, lol. Also, don't compare the private sector to the public sector.

[@jeanninewood4111]

@Rovingdog628 If you look at what went on with Diane Feinstein, you'd change your mind. She had no business being in her position in the condition she was in.

[@millerwilliam5589]

Dick Durbin is a prime example of the need for term limits.

[@RealMircha]

Wow, Durbin has lost it. Maybe he and Joe can find a nice home to retire to.

[@MeaThreattoDemocracy]

Alcatraz or Guatamo me think

[@suziepickett7313]

Lords hand is moving. Truth willcome out.

[@Nosugarcoatingme]

Putin has his hands in everything American that has accepted his money. Republicans are his Trojan Horse.

[@michelleblackburn8071]

Amen!🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻✝️🛐❤️

[@loribateman1051]

That's why we need term limits

[@JElizabethMullins-bh3oz]

Idk that, my God this country has lost thier ever loving mind. Thank God for men & women that tell the truth and stand up for us

[@mikenero6704]

No more PROXY VOTES EVER!

[@larrystratmann624]

It’s the new standard,it started right around the 2020 presidential election. Mail in

[@lizliz4186]

It started in 2020? Haha.... No it didn't. Even Trump voted by mail before 2020. ​@@larrystratmann624

[@shamemyonlywishishebecomek9014]

That's the reason biden won .make fraud more possible 🔱💰🐖

[@rhunt0210]

Proxy votes have been with the Congress for decades.

[@AngelaMStovall]

Mandatory voting FOR EVERYONE by air, mail (like Trump) or any way that gets one vote, one person going, end electoral college.

[@nancywilliams7759]

Dick Durbin needs to be look- at!. Has bouts of Amnesia whenever asked about Jeffery Epsten.

[@mountainmama4133]

Durbin does not care about any senate rules. Yet there he is. How?

[@sashat4761]

Because this government is corrupt

[@karenemrick8677]

Communist rule

[@mdaddy775]

Ted demonstrates that he has no respect for the chairman. He should go.

[@AneekLuvsJesus]

@@mdaddy775Why should he have any respect for someone defending a pro-terrorist. This is exactly the problem no one calls out ones with higher power

[@davidrupert338]

There in lies the problem, two decades as a senator. We need term limits.

[@user-qv5pe1zr8n]

You are a smart person lies should be illegal, and people should be jailed.

[@Arborist1959]

Yeah he's the problem the fact that you disagree with him tells me you have some Woke Anti-American issues yourself!I'm tired of hearing from Americans who speak ill of the Republic!If you don't like the way things are hit the Road jack!

[@Hands2HealNow]

Dear Senator now is the time to show your authentic Intelligence and stand up for the American Revolution and Republic and our BILL OF RIGHTS....Israel is an IMPERIALIST FORCE that extracts wealth for itself and will use the $4Billion/year to DISTORT OUR ELECTIONS and use their BLACKMAIL ALL OF CAPITAL HILL TO ERODE our BILL OF RIGHTS to create special laws for ISRAEl at the expense of Our citizens.

[@mefobills279]

Repeal 17th.

[@LeiDeng-iv7lz]

....Durbin prepping his retirement fund.........

[@DeanPrichRD]

No judge should be allowed to sit on the bench that does not accept the legitimacy of the U.S.A.

[@user-ql5yb2hs2p]

No person run for government office that does not respect the legitimacy of the government!!

[@johnbutera5805]

This shouldn't even need to be said!!!! This is INSANE!!!!!!

[@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710]

No judge should be allowed to sit on the bench that does not know what a woman is. A cat is, A beaver is.

[@billvandorn5332]

​@@clutchpedalreturnsprg7710ain't that the truth exclamation point we're going through some really crazy times and would be unbelievable if we did not witness it ourselves

[@michelbarbeau5085]

The book of laws was written to be apply, not to blind the citizen in views of abuse of their money to be manage logically.

[@ralphsexton8531]

We need more people willing to stand up for the country and the constitution, like Ted Cruz.

[@terywetherlow7970]

The Radicals i saw run thru this past summer was mind numbing. John Kennedy and his usual entertaining quips did not address the level of malaise that these gals had in skirting every question put to them. Radicals are biased. Certain cultures just won't mix well with modern America. Has Durbin read the Koran? Durbin needs to go. Thank you Senator Cruz....on the ball as usual.

[@chrisb.2741]

Cruz really shut Durbin up in the end and left him without a leg to stand on. Durbin really looked so puny and insignificant up there. Cruz opened up a 55-gallon barrel of whoop-a55 on him!!! Whooo-weeee!!!!

[@cavlizzy]

So true!! Ted Cruz is a VERY smart man who will “eat your lunch” in a debate or anywhere else! Love him!

[@jill7759]

Durbin is a smarmy putz. The ADL is just another shill for the progressives. It’s been a long time since they fit Durbin’s description, not even close. It won’t matter. I respect Cruz immensely, he continues to nip away at these terrible nominees but there has been a whole lineup if vicious ideologues now occupying lifelong positions as Judges. Voted into those positions by every single Democrat no matter their history and no matter their often complete lack of qualifications for the nomination they seek.

[@RD24LFG]

Very cool. Yet the judge will still be confirmed. We lose. Democrats win again. Super cool that we got this coooool arguement out of it though!

[@nicholasmueller7573]

Term limits! No communists nor anti-American representative in Congress.

[@user-en1dr8oq3v]

No MAGA-Trumpist representative in Congress.

[@SVW1976]

​@blakewilson4762 Isreal is an ally and we are not going to tolerate the attacks against them.

[@user-ky2sy9lt4l]

@@blakewilson4762 supporting the only Democracy and Ally in the region, justifies removal ? 🤷‍♂️ 😂 ok

[@timdecker4642]

All maga would be expelled asap

[@timfool]

​@@blakewilson4762Yes, and the dummies offering undying support for Ukraine as well.

[@johnburton9772]

Thank you, Senator Cruz, for your vigorous defense of your character and arguments against the judicial nominees using substantive information and logic.

[@Bowdoins]

No person that was not born in this country and doesn’t believe in God should not sit on any bench. Last time I look we are one nation under God !! since 1892 it was practice in every school house in the country. What changed ?

[@teardrop3842]

THE PRESIDENT

[@lynnwilliams1534]

This bi proxy voting shouldn't be allowed. Be there to do the job or find someone who will.

[@Matt-kt9nm]

One was in the hospital.

[@anitagolke1678]

You want to be paid, show up !!!!!

[@Jen195152]

Get Durban out of there!! People wake up!!!

[@gabrieluribe-rives6734]

​@Rovingdog628 With that mentality, every one who works should not show up to work because they don't want to. They can quit their job if they don't like it. Don't punish those who want to work just because the work is inconvenient for you. These individuals were elected into office. The people want them there. If the individuals do not want the craziness to continue then they should do something about it. They should put their foot down. They should go in and dominate the room and show patriotism. They should not hide and run because they are uncomfortable with what is happening. Do the job or quit and find another job. It is The United States of America. I hear Biden created millions of jobs so I it must not be difficult for them to find another job.

[@thefucrew9865]

Why so many "by proxy" ??? Shouldn't they all be there ??? That's what they get paid for !!!

[@thefucrew9865]

@@Rovingdog628 , if you are speaking for a dead person, as their proxy, is it still a vote ??? I mean, we pay these politicians to actually be there.

[@biot2156]

​@@Rovingdog628a vote by proxy usually (not always) means that person's mind was made up before the hearing. Watch C-SPAN enough and you'll (possibly?) be surprised how many show up just in time to vote, missing all testimony, and immediately leave. Nowhere else would this be acceptable but a in a "government" organization.

[@roseqaguon5863]

WAKE UP AMERICA...

[@GershomSeventyEight]

@11:44 ... and this is the problem in Washington. Two decades? This is sick!

[@grandmadynomite7]

TERM LIMITS -TERM LIMITS -TERM LIMITS-TERM LIMITS -NO PROXY VOTE -NO PROXY VOTES-NO PROXY VOTES

[@wlangley88]

We have term limits. They're called elections.

[@sinistar426]

It should be law, that when EVERY SENATOR AND HOUSE REP speaks, a chyron at the bottom of the screen should show who they have stocks in, and who their biggest donors are so we THE PEOPLE, can see who they ACTUALLY speak for, because it isn't US.

[@noneyabeeswax3200]

George Carlin said they should wear decals like NASCAR so we would know who owns them

[@sinistar426]

@@noneyabeeswax3200 Most of these clowns are owned by so many ppl, there wouldn't be enough room on their clothing for that.

[@roseclements8836]

Luv these ideas!

[@DinoNucci]

This

[@rhunt0210]

Ted Cruz has a LOT of stocks in Oil and Gas. And is worth between $8 million to 20 millions. Dick Durban has stocks in real estate and pharm/health and is worth around $ 1.million.

[@daleownby1315]

The swamp needs to be drained

[@JElizabethMullins-bh3oz]

His background is facts that needs to disqualify him for a judicial system period

[@1a2b3c4.]

IF THEY ARE NOT PRESENT THEY SHOULDN'T GET PAID.

[@markhampton2142]

Dirbin doesnt Believe IN AMERICA.Just kickbacks.

[@russellfisher2853]

You are mistaken that for republicans.😂😂

[@tbird1972]

​@russellfisher2853 go pull a fire alarm

[@icebirdz]

DIRTBIN----->Corruption and amorality incarnate....CRUZ talk worth hearing....

[@debbigreen-curtis3699]

That is pure BULL, He should be kicked out !!!!!!!!!!!!!! Why is he NOT in prison ???!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@BradBooth-ni1ie]

Can you swear an oath to a country if you think it's illegitimate?

[@TimothyBoyle-lo3eg]

If one can't be in person the vote should be void. What the hell they get paid for.

[@judiththoren6176]

Pelosi put in the proxy garbage bc "covid". Never forget.

[@jaynesegman7847]

yes, and these congressmen all make a lot of money. and have big lifetime benefits. i think cruz is a double dealer. he hated trump in 2016 now he loves him?! it’s all about power, folks, and money. are you aware republicans plan to take our social security? that’s only the tip of the iceberg. the affordable care act is on the chopping block too. it’s a maga cult. the people supporting trump will get screwed. you are gum on the bottom of trumps shoe. trump doesn’t know us, doesn’t know we exist.

[@ambicateiler3152]

It’s worth knowing that sometimes t Congressman have meetings in other committees at the same time. There should be ways of avoiding this. Not all committees meet as frequently as others. The opening time for committee meetings is set ahead of time, but the closing time is set during the meeting itself. Then, sometimes they go on late into the evening or even till dawn. So that may explain some of the absences.

[@mikeweizer3149]

​@ambicateiler3152 Well that just goes to show where their priorities are!!!!!.

[@scottaussem1771]

Piglosi got this started furing covid

[@thunderboltflash]

Illinois! Says it all

[@wolveslair766]

Yup we are FULL of corrupt politicians

[@dfranco6284]

Durbin has no clue, part-timers is kicking his mind and memory around 😮

[@jamesdunn1279]

Remember the quote. NEVER FORGET well apparently some have forgotten

[@85tclower]

He says race, religion, and culture should have no effect on their nomination, but then they go out and find people solely based on their race, religion, and culture. 😂😂

[@pistolpackinmama5090]

EXACTLY, meanwhile, if you’re a white man you can’t hardly find a job anymore because of DEI! I thought it was against the law to hire or NOT hire someone based on race, religion, sex, or disability?! People NEED to start filing law suits for discrimination!

[@Historyswatching]

🤣

[@racywe2275]

There should be no DEI appointments. Appointments should be on merit alone, and there are many judges with greater credentials than this man. Supporting terrorists and their groups, sitting on their boards and councils should disqualify anybody immediately. There should never be proxy voting. If you can't be present, in the Senate Chamber, or House Chamber, at the time of the vote, you don't get to vote. Do your job and show up. You work for the people. If you can't show up, resign.

[@pistolpackinmama5090]

@@Historyswatching what’s funny?

[@dorthedalivengood9107]

Anybody that works in any congressional seat..must be voted out

[@rdangrgamez4647]

Durbin needs to be recalled or kicked out

[@MrsHawkins83]

I’m appalled and embarrassed that he represents my state. So many of us dislike him and yet Chitcago always out votes us.

[@AdderTude]

Illinois never will. It's a blue stronghold.

[@GrampsInTexas]

WE NEED TERM LIMITS

[@p42uynot59]

​@GrampsInTexas Age limits would do actually.

[@GigiTheBackyardHerbalist]

AND ARRESTED!

[@fredrogers9513]

The real problem is Durbin has been on this committee over 20 years..

[@daryletunis4892]

Thank you for your great service to U.S. TAXPAYERS. GOD BLESS our founding fathers and the U.S. CONSTITUTION, DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE and U.S. SENATOR TED CRUZ.

[@donnakennedy9490]

Ted Cruz stands up for Ted Cruz, if you think he stands up for you, remember CANCUN!

[@denisehansen1399]

Dick Durbin has fallen to a new low. SHAME on him.

[@ninalong6710]

Nothing new with Turbin Durbin.

[@stacylarge5636]

It's nothing new

[@MrS-pe6sd]

I thought being present at these, physically present, was mandatory if they were to vote. Everyone’s playing everything so fast and loose. Where are our rules and safeguards?

[@MrS-pe6sd]

@@Rovingdog628 The rules forbid members to vote by proxy until it was amended, and that amendment only allowed it to occur because of serious medical concern or some thing like a caretaker situation. Now it’s just willy-nilly “fast and loose“ all the time. I don’t like it for either side. And it’s not “all of the sudden“ I’ve been complaining about it every time it happens.

[@Blackwidow59girl]

Nope....

[@MyzoryMaiq]

I thought that was the case as well ​@@Rovingdog628 but like the other person explained it's supposed to be for medical reasons.

[@user-uy3nc6tz1y]

Thats the truth just follow the paper work and the money.

[@captaintom7600]

When Mr. Durbin began speaking I was shocked he was stating that members of the committee were motivated by racism. That's not what the hearings showed. But more to the point, that is a very serious charge. I'd expect some sort of follow up for misconduct or something.

[@c.s.wachter7306]

Really, Durbin is pulling the Muslim card??? BS. Just disgusting.

[@user-ti3fe6gg4s]

Could you imagine standing in front of one of these life time judges and thinking your going to get a fair trial ?

[@toddmercure9745]

That sentiment could very easily apply to tRump's SC picks.

[@bewell6019]

@@toddmercure9745 Which of the picks cause you harm? What concerns do you have with a single one of his picks? Please elaborate.

[@CWA69143]

​@bewell6019 unfortunately liberals can't back anything they say, they just avoid the conversation!!!

[@kalthoemajattiem1432]

That would be the same for him standing Infront of a American Jewish / Christian judge and expecting to be treated fairly the America that says in GOD WE TRUST in which God do you trust race

[@pichepc7796]

@@Rovingdog628 you’re right. Just that I do not think that as an extremist muslin that he seems to be, any Jews would not get a fair trial. Those people carry so much hate against Jews that they want to harm them at all level.

[@christinecarr4110]

A NEW LOW??? HES LOW THATS WHY!!!

[@heathhalfhill6401]

I wish there were such a think as a common sense test and it was mandatory to pass for any position related to law, gov, any position that demands it. Wishful thinking I know but damn! Some of these nominees are just terrible.

[@ReneTheJeepGirl]

He'll condemn any act of terrorism. Sure he will, because they keep redefining what constitutes terrorism to suit their agenda.

[@diannalaubenberg7532]

Durbin...you're wrong on this one.

[@KoshN]

He's wrong on most things.

[@francescorossi3796]

@@KoshN On this one? He's wrong all the time!

[@metrork1]

Could Durbin be a Rhino?

[@francescorossi3796]

@@metrork1 Maybe: they look so alike.

[@Crackers2549]

Dick Durbin from Illinois, enough said...! Thank you Senator Cruz!

[@QUINN5786]

NO ONE SHOULD BE ALLOWED ANYWHERE NEAR THE SUPREME COURT IF THEY ARE EVEN ASSOSCIATED WITH THOSE ORGANIZATIONS !!!!

[@conniemorgan8402]

Nor, near ANY court..

[@metalbender485]

What is treason punishable by?

[@user-ek2nk2nc4u]

So, Dickie, his background and record does NOT matter?

[@user-ut9fq6bd6u]

Votes by proxy? WTF? Don't the Senators have to be present? Good grief!

[@dianasims6819]

Apparently they don't. Which I think is wrong too. They need to get their butts in there and do their stinking jobs that they were hired to do and that they get paid way more than we get paid and they do a whole lot less.

[@Louis275]

Why?? Biden has been absent 40% of his so-called presidency and look at the damage he is able to cause to this country!!

[@SSHitMan]

They started this so people could vote on Feinstein's behalf.

[@Jamesw829]

Both Pelosi and Schumer allowed Votes by Proxy. However, in the House, several RINOS voted with Democommies to keep the Proxy.

[@christopherdefontes4003]

You sound like mgt

[@HeartStringsBoutique]

This nomination needed to be denied.

[@lisas4453]

Start voting for term limits on the Supreme Court already!!

[@francescorossi3796]

Very good! You just treated that sleazy Durbin the way he deserves. Durbin is one of the shames of the Senate.

[@toddmercure9745]

The sleaze was all on greazy cruz.

[@francescorossi3796]

@@toddmercure9745 No, no, not at all. Sleazy is that double-speaking Durbin. Sadly, a real representative of the Dems.

[@SpencerWelsh-ez6xf]

These Dems will do anything that is Anti - American. They and anyone still supporting these Dems in 2024 is a communist.

[@Mary95191]

You Durbin, have been a Low in the senate for decades!

[@pieface8032]

Cruz obviously sees Israel of doing no wrong ever to the Palestinians. The GOP seem to do nothing but distort the truth and their voters lap it up.

[@sophi3026]

Please keep enemies of America out of our leadership positions. Stay strong, Mr. Cruz

[@ed2kou1]

Like the Maga cult!

[@GLB4YT]

Cruz is just such an enemy.

[@geertzuidema4867]

Puppet Cruz is a enemy from the in side. Trump has his cohones in a ferm grip

[@zytebac]

@@ed2kou1 MAGA's want America to be better, safer and freer. Of course you don't want that.

[@SpencerWelsh-ez6xf]

You tube are petrified of the Truth. That's why they remove comments that speak the truth.

[@ahveetsoor]

This is always good entertainment because when they get up and Leave that room absolutely nothing changes.

[@GetFitReedman]

What is so maddening about this is none of it matters...not a damn bit. There are no consequences for any of these clowns in our government when they sit there and lie to each others faces and to ours. Our government is broken.

[@colleenfletcher2550]

Senators and other members are not doing their job when they give their "proxy", they should not be rewarded for their failure to not represent their constituents. They should have a reflection of reduced pay for not participating.

[@mcurrent44]

100%

[@amrajkhan9371]

Well Cruz seems to be representing Tel Aviv well it seems!!

[@scytaleghola5969]

The problem here is the presumption that an organization that tries to address Islamophobia is necessarily antisemitic. This is a wild and unsubstantiated presumption. As usual, Ted Cruz is objectively wrong. The question only remains regarding his motives. Is he Islamophobic, is he just exercising his pro Israel wokenes, or is it just his penchant for political theater? Of course, three things can be simultaneously true.

[@joey8567]

Getting paid to not show up. It's like giving proxy to the neighborhood association or little league, introducing this term bit me in the but! Noone showed up, just votes with board members friends. 🤬🤬

[@dantheanimator5072]

What Marjorie Taylor Green talked about on Tim Pool about how they barely show up to vote on things unless it’s a gov shut down or build back better bill is insane

[@ponchynewz]

I cannot believe that these Republican Senators voted for these RADICAL JUDICIARY NOMINEES!!!! THEY ARE SO RADICAL IT'S RIDICULOUS

[@tristanhubacz2041]

Dems always play the race card. They don’t look into the persons character. False accusations.

[@arthurmartin8252]

Words and actions are two different things. If your words do not reflect your actions your words our lies! It's easy to see the swamp!✝️🌈😇🇺🇸

[@windycitypretty1]

Great job, Senator Cruz. Dick Durbin is such an embarrassment. I lived in Illinois most of my life and he's a disgrace to Illinois.

[@Neptunade]

I wonder what the NSA or the CIA would conclude about the nominee's risk level to the Nation

[@theresakerlin3505]

Judicial nominees are vetted by those agencies prior to any hearings

[@zytebac]

They are probably supporting the terrorists.

[@KoshN]

​@@theresakerlin3505 .... and they saw no problems with the nominees associations on that advisory board? It must have been one of those Leslie Nielsen next to the exploding fireworks factory "Nothing to see here please move along moments."

[@Dr.Gainzzz]

@@KoshNit was mostly peaceful anti semitism lol

[@A1trizzy]

Totally fine and harmless, not a threat whatsoever. But if ur a Maga extremists now that's a no no 🤦

[@stacyanderson3001]

Dick Durbin is absolutely shameless

[@laztavus]

Durbin is a clown

[@AdderTude]

Especially quoting the ADL, who are statists like him.

[@TheSMick87]

durbin is an ABSOLUTE traitor. It boggles my mind that people still vote for the spy. 😒

[@daydoe40s]

keep whining

[@Fredthefed1163]

The Supremely Worthless Court has lost all credibility to begin with. Let's not make it worse.

[@CynthiaDavis-eu2ri]

We are prooud of you Senator Cruz!

[@maddog2771]

My God what is wrong with are government, Ted is the only one who does research before voting

[@Trump_Lake2024]

Durbin is a fool 😂😅

[@juliestrom412]

Its not really funny but yes he is. He is also evil. You can be evil and stupid at the same time you know?

[@allysondoerfler2435]

No, he is a traitor

[@Jagnyy55441]

@@allysondoerfler2435 He sold his soul

[@kevlivinginabox]

​@@allysondoerfler2435 Why exactly is he a traitor?

[@eberkovich]

Based on what exactly?

[@AndyJarman]

You cannot determine what is motivated by reasonable suspicion, and what is motivated by an extreme irrational and unfounded dislike - merely on the basis of assertion.

[@lindadouglass4692]

We need to have term and age limimtations. These are life time positions and must be seen as that. I am disgusted with the judges being put in seats the few years.

[@gregoryuschold3870]

Durbin why did you feign not knowing there was request to release the Ep list logs?

[@joyceterry578]

It’s time for Durban to leave DC. Wants to run his mouth but no facts! Embarrassment!

[@nancydemoss2945]

Have Cruz shut his mouth! Term limits!!!!

[@user-eu5lb3jy1h]

Dick Durbin has never helped the state of Illinois!!! He needs to go and go now!!!

[@David-vf9de]

No position should be for life....not judges...not Supreme Court Judges. Judges should be judged and voted on every few years based on their performance. People change, their values change, and their performance changes over time. Sometimes those changes are more in favor of what the constitution and laws are and sometimes it is less. When a judge who is in office starts doing a lackluster or poor job, they should be voted out.