Ted Cruz: A prominent figure in US politics, he has served as the junior United States Senator for Texas since 2013, and currently chairs the Senate Commerce Committee. Previously, he was the Solicitor General of Texas, arguing numerous cases before the US Supreme Court. Educated at Princeton and Harvard Law, Cruz is known for his consistently conservative stance on economic, social, and foreign policy. His career highlights include leading efforts to defund the Affordable Care Act and authoring significant legislation. He is recognised for his expertise in constitutional law and national security, advocating for limited government and economic growth.