Cruz and Flake need to get in line, Blackburn says

Republicans should stick to message, Tennessee Rep. Marsha Blackburn said on Thursday, adding that it was “inappropriate” for party leaders to work against a nominee who had been duly chosen by the electorate.

The remarks come after a Wednesday evening speech during which Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was heckled by Republican delegates for refusing to endorse Donald Trump. With respect to Cruz, Blackburn said, “I like him, have worked with him, and appreciate what he brings to the party. But I’m disappointed with what he said last night, that he would choose to speak to the convention, accept the invitation to speak, and then come and not provide an endorsement.