Ted Cruz in January 6 Capitol Riot


On Principles & Values: January 6 terrorists were only those who attacked police

[On Jan. 6, 2021] the Texas senator released a statement after Congress reconvened to certify the election on Jan. 6 last year, calling the day a 'despicable act of terrorism.'

[On Jan. 6, 2022] Ted Cruz walked back his use of the word "terrorist" when describing Jan. 6. "What I was referring to are the limited number of people who engaged in violent attacks against police officers. I think you and I both agree that if you assault a police officer, you should go to jail," Cruz said. "I wasn't saying the thousands of peaceful protesters supporting Donald Trump are somehow terrorists. I wasn't saying the millions of patriots across the country supporting Trump are terrorists."

Source: Politico.com FactCheck on anniversary of Jan. 6 Riot Jan 6, 2022

The above quotations are from January 6, 2021 riot at United States Capitol and follow-up investigations.
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