Cruz stands by Trump court pick who sees ‘Satan’s plan’ in transgender kids; Cornyn undecided

WASHINGTON — Sen. Ted Cruz said Thursday that he still supports federal judge nominee Jeff Mateer, a top lawyer for the state of Texas, despite revelations that Mateer has described transgender children as part of “Satan’s plan” and warned that same-sex marriage would lead to polygamy and bestiality.

Sen. John Cornyn said he was surprised to learn of those remarks, but hasn’t decided whether to withdraw his support.

The senators jointly recommended Mateer to President Donald Trump for a lifetime spot on the federal bench.