Republican Congressman Steve King of Iowa endorsed Ted Cruz for president on Monday.

King, an outspoken conservative who represents the 4th District of the Hawkeye State, could play a large role in mobilizing Iowans to caucus for the Texas senator next year.

“We have a nation to save and it’s important that we get to that here in Iowa,” King said from Des Moines. “I believe Ted Cruz is the candidate who is the answer to my prayers … who will restore the soul of America.”