Ted Cruz Vacationed in Greece Amid Texas Floods
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Rumors circulated online that Senator Ted Cruz toured the Parthenon in Greece during his vacation the day after deadly floods hit Texas. Cruz's office stated he was already in Greece on a preplanned family trip when the floods occurred and returned to Texas shortly after. The photos allegedly showing Cruz at the Parthenon were taken on July 5, but their authenticity could not be independently verified. The story highlights the spread of unverified claims on social media during a tragedy.
- What we know about reports Ted Cruz toured Parthenon in Greece the day after deadly Texas floods Snopes.com
- Ted Cruz Was Vacationing in Greece as Floods Devastated Texas The New York Times
- Sen. Ted Cruz pictured at Parthenon on Greek vacay after devastating Texas floods killed at least 105 people New York Post
- Ted Cruz ensured Trump spending bill slashed weather forecasting funding The Guardian
- Ted Cruz was on vacation again when Texas flooding began — but flew back ���promptly’ The Independent
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