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Cruz breaks with Trump on key endorsements as 2028 looms
Texas Senator Ted Cruz is endorsing candidates who oppose Donald Trump's choices in Georgia and South Carolina governor races, signaling his independence as he considers a 2028 presidential bid. Cruz's moves challenge Trump's influence within the Republican Party, though they carry risks if Trump-backed candidates win.
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