Republican Senator Ted Cruz is facing renewed criticism after being photographed on vacation in Athens while severe floods devastated parts of Texas. The controversy began when a tourist shared a photo of Cruz visiting the historic city during the natural disaster, prompting widespread backlash on social media.
The image quickly went viral, and The Daily Beast published a report on 6 July, further intensifying public reaction. In response, Cruz's office issued a statement defending the senator and criticising the media coverage.
