Trump floats Ted Cruz for Supreme Court, predicts unanimous support

Key Points:

• President Donald Trump jokingly suggested nominating Senator Ted Cruz to the Supreme Court, claiming both Democrats and Republicans would support Cruz's confirmation because they want to see him leave the Senate.
• Trump praised Cruz as a brilliant lawyer and former Texas solicitor general who has argued multiple cases before the Supreme Court, despite Cruz's repeated statements that he is not interested in a judicial role.
• Cruz, a strong conservative and former 2016 presidential rival of Trump, was present and laughed during the rally where Trump made the remarks, highlighting their current alliance in the Senate.
• Trump has expressed regret over his previous Supreme Court picks, and naming Cruz could impact the 2028 Republican presidential field, where Cruz is considered a potential candidate.
• It remains uncertain if Trump will have another Supreme Court nomination opportunity, as Justice Samuel Alito has indicated plans to remain on the bench for the foreseeable future.