Ted Cruz Criticizes 'Morning Joe' Hosts Over Trump Meeting, Faces Backlash

Senator Cruz's crude remarks about Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski's Mar-a-Lago visit draw criticism, highlighting his own history of shifting loyalties to Donald Trump.

Senator Ted Cruz mocked MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski for their recent meeting with President-elect Donald Trump, using a vulgar analogy during a Fox News interview.
Cruz's comments reignited scrutiny of his own past criticisms of Trump, including calling him a 'pathological liar' and 'utterly amoral,' before later becoming a staunch supporter.
The 'Morning Joe' hosts, who have been vocal Trump critics, cited the need to 'restart communications' with Trump as the reason for their controversial visit to Mar-a-Lago.
The meeting has caused backlash from progressives, fellow MSNBC colleagues like Rachel Maddow, and viewers, with the show's ratings reportedly dropping significantly after the announcement.
Critics argue the visit undermines journalistic integrity, with some accusing the hosts of prioritizing access and relevance over their previously stated values.