The Texas senator is challenging Trump's lead in the kickoff Iowa caucuses, and he has the money, campaign infrastructure and conservative appeal to compete deep into the GOP primary season. Those assets now make him a target for his rivals, most notably Trump and Florida Sen. Marco Rubio.
Trump and Cruz have been getting along for months, and that has protected the senator from the harsh criticism the businessman has flung against other opponents. But signs of a split have emerged in recent days, with Cruz appearing to question Trump's judgment at a private fundraiser, according to audio obtained by The New York Times, and Trump calling Cruz "a little bit of a maniac."
Trump didn't go after Cruz by name during a Las Vegas rally on the eve of the debate, but said the primetime face would likely turn messy.
"I am giving them a chance for them to making total fools of themselves in front of millions of people," Trump charged, adding he's expecting to be attacked. "This will not be like an evening in paradise for me. Do we agree?"
By Julie Pace.
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