Trump rallies Houston Republicans to endorse Cruz’s 2018 Senate campaign

Thousands of conservatives rally out to join Trump and Cruz in a variety of discussions

Sarah Sheikh, Features Editor

President Trump visited Houston on October 22 in an effort to endorse Senator Cruz for his 2018 reelection campaign. Trump rallied conservative supporters at the Toyota Center, an indoor arena that fits 18,000, in an effort to discuss his policies on the economy and immigration which coincide with Cruz’s views.

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The crowd outside of the Toyota Center gathers to be seated.
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The arena filled up as more conservatives came out to support their candidate throughout the day.
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Cruz supporters stood in anticipation at the arena.
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President Trump spoke about a variety of topics.
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Cruz greeted supporters that came out to the indoor arena.
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The packed arena tuned in on the speeches made by Trump and Cruz.
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Trump and Cruz greeted each other before the speeches.
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Juan Echeverry met a member of president Trump’s staff.