Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker benefits from Cruz victory

Walker is re-emerging as a national political force six months after slipping into relative obscurity following his own short-lived, disappointing run for president.

Walker helped deliver Wisconsin for Cruz in a 13-point victory on Tuesday on an election night where the governor's hand-picked state Supreme Court justice also won.

Walker's favorability ratings are also the highest they've been in a year, talk of him being on the vice presidential short list is increasing and he is now positioned to play a significant role in helping to deliver Wisconsin for a Republican presidential candidate for the first time in 32 years.

Walker took full advantage of Cruz's campaigning in the state, appearing with him at large rallies and touting his own record as governor in a speech that sounding almost like he was making the case for his own re-election — or credentials for vice president.