Senator Ted Cruz: "I’m also thankful that the clown who threw his White Claw had a noodle for an arm"

A man was detained by Houston police on suspicion of tossing an alcohol can towards Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas). The incident took place during the Houston Astros' World Series celebration parade on Monday (November 7).

Cruz was struck around the chest and neck by the can. Despite the senator's claims to the contrary, it contained a hard seltzer called "White Claw" rather than beer, according to investigators. The 51-year-old lawmaker did not require medical attention.

According to authorities, the 33-year-old who is accused of throwing the can at Cruz was arrested and is charged with assault.

Cruz is used to being criticized in front of others. In Houston, he received jeers for his support of gun regulation. In Washington, D.C., he was quizzed about his acquaintance with Brett Kavanaugh, who was then a nominee for the U.S. Supreme Court.

"Sen. Ted Cruz showered with boos at the Houston Astros' World Series parade" - Phil_Lewis_

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Why Ted Cruz?

Politicians and other public figures have previously been called-out in public. However, experts claim that the contemporary political environment is distinct.

Cruz received all the jeers, unlike Justin Verlander, Jose Altuve, and their Astros teammates, at specific parade moments.

He wasn't the only legislator present though. Along with the senator, U.S. Representatives Sylvia Garcia and Lizzie Fletcher rode in a Humvee. U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee was in the car behind Cruz, and Texas Lt. Governor Dan Patrick was in the car in front.

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Sports and Politics are better when kept at a safe distance from each other

The episode was undoubtedly one of many that Ted Cruz experienced. The Republican was present at the World Series game between the New York Yankees and Houston Astros in New York late last month.

Cruz was jeered by the crowd at Yankee Stadium during the Yankees vs. Astros ALCS game. One individual apparently yelled, "Go back to Cancun!" The senator's 2021 trip during a severe winter storm left millions of Texans without power.

"Yankees Fans...Astros Fans . Bringing folks together, Senator"

The latest episode involving Ted Cruz was a bit aggravating, but the perpetrator was caught immediately. The Texas Senator simply enjoyed being a part of the victory parade like many others there. It was unfortunate that he was targeted in that manner.

When somebody tossed a beer can in Ted Cruz's direction, he was facing a crowd that had gathered on both sides of the street. The Republican leader took a moment to respond, but someone standing next to him immediately stepped in and diverted the projectile.