George W. Bush: John McCain ‘Was a Man of Deep Conviction and a Patriot of the Highest Order’

When John McCain, the longtime United States senator from Arizona died Saturday, lawmakers from Texas were quick to praise him for his years of service to the country, both in the military and in the Senate.

Former President George W. Bush said in a statement, "John McCain was a man of deep conviction and a patriot of the highest order."

"Some lives are so vivid, it is difficult to imagine them ended. Some voices are so vibrant, it is hard to think of them stilled. John McCain was a man of deep conviction and a patriot of the highest order.” [...] Full statement by President George W. Bush https://t.co/FQVYWIUyGL pic.twitter.com/W8LCxJXRLi
— George W. Bush Presidential Center (@TheBushCenter) August 26, 2018

While U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) called McCain "a patriot, and an extraordinary American war hero."

Senator John McCain was a patriot, and an extraordinary American war hero. Heidi and I send our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Cindy, and to the entire McCain family, as they grieve the loss of a loving husband, father, and grandfather. May he Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/PkOCPFVdf7
— Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) August 26, 2018

Find reaction from more Texas lawmakers below.

Statement on passing of U.S. Senator John McCain. pic.twitter.com/auG7mDnuxw
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 26, 2018

John McCain was a patriot, in every sense of the word. His devotion to this country was immeasurable, and he will be deeply missed by many. Please join me in praying for his family during this extremely difficult time. https://t.co/fOBgBKSXZJ
— Rep. Roger Williams (@RepRWilliams) August 26, 2018

A true American hero. My family’s prayers are with the McCains and all of his loved ones. https://t.co/XKpvxUUNFV
— Pete Sessions (@PeteSessions) August 26, 2018