"Thank you sir": Internet reacts as Ted Cruz covers "hateful" Charlie Kirk graffiti in Houston

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz took matters into his own hands against a piece of graffiti. Cruz was seen painting over a "hateful" message that targeted assassinated conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, who was shot dead last week during a student event in Utah.

Ted Cruz shared photos and video of the act on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. He described his work as "erasing evil." The graffiti read "F**k Charlie Kirk."

It appeared on a wall alongside Highway 59 in Houston days after the Turning Point USA founder was assassinated at 31. Ted Cruz wrote in his post:

"Some deranged bastard put this graffiti on the 59 freeway in Houston. TXDOT has been notified & I am sure sure they will remove it expeditiously. But, in the meantime, Texans don't have to look at this hateful garbage anymore."

In comments, he added:

"Erasing evil"

Netizens reacted to this, saying:

"Thank you sir"

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@FreezeMatthew

Thank you sir

Netizens' reactions to Ted Cruz painting over Charlie Kirk graffiti in Houston

Multiple X users weighed in on the comment section of the post as they penned their thoughts on the matter. Below are some of their reactions:

"Or… you could have just taken care of it without a post. The rest of us don't need to see more than we are already seeing either. Quiet works are good honest works.", stated an X user.

"I understand your sentiment here, but these deranged people who believe in hate need to see our leaders standing strong to try and erase the hate spewed. Good for Senator Ted Cruz putting himself out there and standing in the gap for Charlie Kirk.", replied another.

"Good job, Senator Cruz! Insane that our elected Congressmen have to spend their time covering up hateful graffiti, but here we are.", commented a third.

Others also chimed in:

"Full applause move Senator. And before everyone piles on Teddy for a publicity stunt, it’s Texas. 10,000 other people could have done the same thing before Ted did. Well done.", shared a netizen.

"Your photo op to glorify yourself not only cost taxpayer money to have you go out and make a mess, but also to pay for the guys who will come in after to do the job properly. Ted, you are reminding me a lot of Bernie.", noted another.

"Charlie Kirk was a man of God, a warrior for Christ, and anyone who attacks him is attacking everything righteous in this world. Erasing that evil was not politics, it was faith in action, love over hate, and courage standing for God.", expressed a third.

The images showed Ted Cruz using a roller and white paint to cover the words. In a video shared in comments, he explained his decision.

The graffiti emerged in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's fatal shooting. Authorities have arrested Tyler Robinson in connection with the shooting.

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