The problem is Cruz was making a point at the expense of the victims. We waited a long time for relief similar like they got in Texas from Katrina. Yes there was Pork in the bill, but which one doesn’t contain it? The Republicans controlled the house and I thought we would get the help when we needed it. Once it finally did pass, people are still waiting years for help on rebuilding.
I read somewhere on this thread that people shouldn’t be looking for a handout. I guess helping Europe or Arab countries with my tax money is ok in Cruz’s book. But don’t help a fellow American? America First - Always.
PS: The bill that finally passed didn’t even include the tax deduction removal of the limits on casualty loss of personal-use property (i.e. 10 percent of their adjusted gross income before you can claim). It was eliminated for Katrina, Rita and Wilma victims but not Sandy. Oh did I mention that he wanted and voted for emergency relief for he flooding victims in Texas in 2015.
Uh, no. Cruz was making a point to save the expense of the taxpayer. It is not government's job to bail out people who made bad decisions.