Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, has rejected speculation that he could eventually be appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, saying he would strongly prefer to remain in politics rather than accept a lifetime position on the nation's highest court, as reported by The Gateway Pundit.

Cruz discussed the possibility during a recent appearance on the “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” podcast.

Host Sean Hannity asked the Texas Republican about the recurring speculation that he could be considered for a Supreme Court nomination.

Cruz's response was direct.

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“So look, my answer is not just no, but hell no. And listen, I don’t say that lightly. I mean, it’s a big deal. The court is an institution I revere,” Cruz told Hannity.

“And a lot of people are surprised, because I’ve spent an awful lot of my professional life around the court, in the court. And for so many people, it is their life dream to do,” he added.

Cruz's name has been raised as a possible Supreme Court nominee several times over the years, including by President Donald Trump.

Trump has previously joked that Cruz could be an unusual nominee because lawmakers from both parties would supposedly support the move for the same reason.

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Trump said Cruz would be the only nominee to receive “100% of the Democrat vote, 100% of the Republican vote” because lawmakers would want to “get him out” of Congress.

Despite the speculation, Cruz said he does not want the position.

The senator has extensive legal experience that has kept him closely connected to the federal judiciary. Before entering politics, Cruz graduated from Princeton University and earned his law degree from Harvard Law School.

Following law school, Cruz clerked for Chief Justice William Rehnquist, who served on the Supreme Court from 1972 until his death in 2005 and became chief justice in 1986.

Cruz later worked in private practice before entering government and eventually winning election to the U.S. Senate.

His legal background has made Cruz a frequent participant in debates involving constitutional law and the Supreme Court. He has also argued cases before the court during his legal career.

Cruz entered the Senate after winning an election in Texas and has since established himself as a prominent Republican voice in Congress.

His political career has included a presidential campaign and continued involvement in national Republican politics.

The Supreme Court speculation has persisted partly because of Cruz's legal background and familiarity with the institution.

His decision to remain in elected office, however, appears to rule out any interest on his part in accepting such an appointment, at least based on his latest comments.

Cruz emphasized that his rejection of the idea should not be interpreted as a lack of respect for the Supreme Court.

He specifically described the court as an institution he reveres while explaining that the position itself does not appeal to him.

The distinction is notable because a Supreme Court seat is often viewed as one of the most prestigious positions available to an American lawyer.

Justices serve lifetime appointments, subject to the constitutional process of presidential nomination and Senate confirmation.

Cruz instead indicated that he prefers the political arena, where he currently represents Texas in the Senate.

The comments came as Cruz continues his work in Congress and remains a recognizable figure among national Republicans.

Trump's previous comments about Cruz becoming a Supreme Court justice have also contributed to the recurring discussion.

Trump has mentioned Cruz in connection with the court while joking about the political reaction such an appointment could produce.

For now, however, Cruz has made his position clear. Asked whether he would accept a Supreme Court appointment, he said his answer would be “not just no, but hell no.”

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The comments provide a rare glimpse into how Cruz views the prospect of trading an elected political career for a lifetime position on the nation's highest court.

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