Jimmy Kimmel Says Ted Cruz Is ‘Not A Monster’

Many were shocked to hear Jimmy Kimmel come to the defense of Ted Cruz.

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The Texas Senator has been heavily criticized for his response to the Texas shooting.

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19 children and 2 adults were killed at an elementary school by an 18-year-old shooter.

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“I don’t believe Ted Cruz doesn’t care about children. I don’t,” Kimmel said.

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He reminded viewers that Ted Cruz is a father himself.

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“I bet he went to bed sick to his stomach last night,” he added.

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Kimmel said that Cruz is not a monster – “he’s a human being.”

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He encouraged him to admit that he made a mistake and do the “brave” thing.

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When Kimmel asked if he thinks Cruz is a brave person, he said, “I don’t.”

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