India, Oct. 29 -- US Senator Ted Cruz has intensified his criticism of political streamer Hasan Piker. Describing him as a "vicious, America-hating, Christian-hating, Jew-hating racist", Cruz questioned Democrats' willingness to distance themselves from the online commentator.

Cruz, a Republican from Texas, has repeatedly targeted Piker over his past remarks about the United States, Israel and Jewish people. The senator has also criticized Democrats who have associated with the streamer, arguing that their response to his rhetoric reflects the party's broader political direction.

"When people say, will you denounce this? He's like, absolutely not. That's my guy. You know what? I believe you," Cruz said, referring to the refusal to disav...