Ted Cruz Reveals What He Would Say to an Offer to be Appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court (VIDEO)

Republican Senator Ted Cruz stated emphatically that he would not accept a nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court, responding with “not just no, but hell no” to speculation. He expressed his reverence for the institution but indicated a preference for remaining in politics and campaigning. Cruz, who has a strong legal background including clerking for Chief Justice William Rehnquist, seems to enjoy the political arena more than a lifetime judicial appointment.

• Ted Cruz rejected the possibility of a Supreme Court nomination.
• He stated his response would be “not just no, but hell no.”
• Cruz prefers to remain in politics rather than serve on the Supreme Court.
• He acknowledged the importance of the court and his extensive background with it.
• President Trump has previously mentioned Cruz as a potential nominee.