By the way, who says Cruz is planning to run? I've never heard him say that. I think others have said that about him. Using it like a weapon. Implying that his positions are merely calculations. Accusing him of "ambition" as a way of impugning his sincerity.
Given that Cruz beat Dewhurst – the candidate you supported in the Senate race – that's not something you would do, right? Accuse him of insincerity and presidential ambition?
Why has he gone to Iowa twice?
Of course he's ambitious. Watch what people DO, not what they say. Cruz beat Dewhurst, yes. But running in Texas is not the same as running nationally, and Cruz has burned a whole of lot of bridges that will take time to repair if he wants to run for President.
And he does.