He speaks hardly a word of Spanish.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBu2x5eX-Jo
You got to admit, how entertaining it was to watch Cruz debate Rubio in Spanish. All the while, Trump stands in the middle rolling his eyes.
Cruz likely understands a great deal of Spanish and could effectively deliver Hispanic campaign speeches. However, choosing the correct words in a Q & A session would require a refresher course. But he’s so brilliant, Ted could do it!