Ocasio-Cortez, a Democratic congresswoman from New York who has frequently sparred with Cruz , launched a fundraiser on Twitter and raised $1 million by Thursday evening. We officially raised $1 million for Texas relief at 9:17pm.," she tweeted. "BIG THANKS to the volunteers who made over 784,000 phone calls to senior citizens in Texas today," he tweeted. The efforts came after Cruz flew to Cancun as a winter disaster unfolded in his home state, leaving millions without power and water. With the sounds of nearby protesters audible, Cruz said he understands the anger many Texans feel toward his decision.

Source: CNN February 19, 2021 18:49 UTC