Schrödinger's Republican

A Republican who is both the victim and perpetrator of the things they vote against what could help but still complains about, or in some instances vote against and then take credit if the policy has passed.

Ted Cruz is a Schrödinger's Republican

Eg 1.
Ted Cruz: This pipeline will bring jobs.

Everyone: You voted against this...

Eg2.
Ted Cruz: Inflation is bad. Joe Biden is the cause.

Everyone: You voted against easing inflation. Joe Biden is the cause of inflation WORLD-WIDE??? Are you a moron, sir?