Anti-Semitism at Columbia University : The podcast highlights the rise of anti-Semitic protests at Columbia University, particularly following Hamas's October 7th attack on Israel. Columbia University faced criticism for not protecting Jewish students, leading to the resignation of its president, Menu Shaffique. The Trump administration has cut off $400 million in federal funding to Columbia University due to its failure to address anti-Semitism. Government Actions : The Trump administration has...
Mar 10, 2025•30 min•Ep. 513
Zelensky's Visit to the White House : Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to the White House was deemed unsuccessful as he left without securing additional support. Zelensky's subsequent meetings with European leaders were highlighted, emphasizing Europe's role in supporting Ukraine. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's proposal for a Ukraine peace plan was discussed, stressing the need for European leadership with US backing. European leaders, including those from the UK, France, an...
Mar 08, 2025•31 min•Ep. 78
Terror-Linked Migrants : The episode starts with a discussion about the release of nearly 100 terror-linked migrants into the United States in 2024 by the Biden administration. Tulsi Gabbard, now the Director of National Intelligence, revealed that these individuals were known to be linked to terrorist organizations but were released after being arrested. Take It Down Act : Senator Cruz talks about his legislation, the Take It Down Act, which aims to protect individuals, especially women and tee...
Mar 07, 2025•40 min•Ep. 512
Meet our friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict with Ted Cruz , then The Clay and Buck Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news, and some pop culture thrown in too – like deep thoughts on musicals – the guys have fun while keeping up with the crazy news cycle. Today’s podcast highlights: 1. The Democrats have an identity crisis and have no obvious leadership. - Tim Walz is a middle-aged lesbian’s idea of a man. - TX Rep. Al Green is censured for performative...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min
1. Public Approval : A CBS poll indicated that 76% of viewers approved of Trump's address. 91% of viewers felt Trump addressed issues they cared about. 74% found the address presidential, informative, and entertaining. 71% found the speech inspiring. Content of the Speech : Trump highlighted his accomplishments since his inauguration and emphasized that his administration was just getting started. He discussed bringing terrorists to justice, supporting a young boy fighting cancer, and other patr...
Mar 06, 2025•15 min•Ep. 42
This episode discusses President Trump's State of the Union address and the reactions from both Republicans and Democrats. 1. Positive Reception of Trump's Speech: - Senator Cruz and Ben Ferguson praise President Trump's address, calling it triumphant, positive, and forward-looking. - They highlight Trump's emphasis on promises made and kept, and the victories achieved during his presidency. 2. Criticism of Democrats' Behavior: - The hosts criticize the Democrats for their behavior during the ad...
Mar 05, 2025•35 min•Ep. 511
Meet our friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love The Verdict with Ted Cruz , The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture thrown in too – like the secret White Lotus Trump supporter – the guys like have fun while keeping up with the crazy news cycle. Here’s a sample episode recapping four big Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: ihr.fm/3InlkL8...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 2 min
1. Trump's Address to Congress: - Donald Trump is set to address a joint session of Congress and the American people. This is his first Congressional address of his second presidency. - He plans to discuss various topics, including his administration's achievements and future plans. - Key themes include the extension of his 2016 tax cuts, securing the US-Mexico border, and stopping the flow of fentanyl. 2. US-Ukraine Relations: - Trump recently had a contentious meeting with Ukrainian President ...
Mar 04, 2025•12 min•Ep. 40
1. Ukraine-Russia Conflict: - The discussion includes analysis of the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia. - The hosts criticize Zelensky's handling of the situation and his interactions with international leaders. 2. European Leaders' Response: - The podcast covers the response of European leaders to the Ukraine crisis, including a proposed peace plan and financial support. 3. State of the Union Address: - The episode previews the upcoming State of the Union address by President Trump. - The...
Mar 03, 2025•36 min•Ep. 510
1. Confrontation at the White House: - President Trump directly confronted a governor during a meeting at the White House, challenging the governor's stance on federal directives regarding transgender athletes in women's sports. - The President emphasized the importance of compliance with federal law and threatened to withhold federal funding from non-compliant states. 2. Federal Compliance and Legal Threats: - The U.S. Department of Agriculture initiated a compliance review of the University of...
Mar 01, 2025•33 min•Ep. 77
1. Setting and Context: - The podcast is recorded live at the Club for Growth conference. - The hosts emphasize the importance of the Club for Growth in supporting conservative and free-market candidates. 2. Zelensky's Oval Office Meeting: - Zelensky's visit to the White House was intended to secure support for peace in Ukraine. - The meeting is described as disastrous, with Zelensky allegedly insulting and attacking Trump instead of seeking support. 3. Reactions and Analysis: - The hosts critic...
Mar 01, 2025•29 min
1. Jeffrey Epstein Files Controversy: - Attorney General Pam Bondi's Accusations: Bondi accused the New York FBI Field Office of deliberately withholding significant parts of the Jeffrey Epstein files. She sent a formal letter to FBI Director Cash Patel, demanding the full release of the files and an investigation into why her orders were not followed. - Details of the Letter: Bondi's letter, dated February 27, 2025, outlines her repeated requests for the full Epstein files and the discovery tha...
Feb 28, 2025•29 min•Ep. 509
1. Cabinet Meeting Highlights: - President Trump held his first Cabinet meeting of his second term, with notable attendance from Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). - The administration emphasized reducing government waste and enhancing operational efficiency, leveraging private sector expertise. 2. Economic and Trade Policies: - Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from the European Union to address trade imbalances and protect American industries. - Discussion...
Feb 27, 2025•14 min•Ep. 36
1. House Budget Victory - The House passed a significant tax cut bill by a slim margin, with President Trump actively whipping votes to secure its passage. - This is the first step in the budget reconciliation process, which allows certain budget-related legislation to pass with a simple majority in the Senate, bypassing the filibuster. 2. Cartels Escalate War Zone at Southern Border - A Texas rancher was killed by a suspected cartel IED near the Mexican border, highlighting the increasing viole...
Feb 26, 2025•31 min•Ep. 508
1. Directive to Federal Employees - Elon Musk sent an email to all federal employees asking them to submit a list of five accomplishments from the previous week by Monday night. - Non-responses would be considered resignations, leading to confusion and resistance across various federal agencies. 2. Purpose and Reactions - The directive aimed to identify employees who were actually working and eliminate those who were not. - Some agency heads instructed their employees to ignore the email, waitin...
Feb 25, 2025•14 min•Ep. 34
1. Elon Musk's Email to Federal Employees* - Elon Musk sent an email to federal employees asking them to list their accomplishments from the previous week. This simple request caused significant backlash from Democrats and the media, who viewed it as unreasonable and stressful. 2. Senator Ted Cruz's Response - Senator Cruz shared his own weekly accomplishments in response to Musk's email, listing legislative achievements and meetings he attended. 3. Democratic Resistance - The podcast discusses ...
Feb 24, 2025•29 min•Ep. 507
1. Poll Numbers for Trump - Highlights how recent poll numbers are favorable for Donald Trump, suggesting strong public support for his agenda. It discusses the impact of these numbers on the media and political landscape, noting that high approval ratings can help push Trump's policies through Congress. 2. Untraceable Government Spending* - A major revelation is the discovery of $4.7 trillion in untraceable government spending. The text questions whether this lack of traceability was deliberate...
Feb 22, 2025•35 min•Ep. 76
This podcast is an exclusive one-on-one live interview with Attorney General #PamBondi at #CPAC 2025. The interview is conducted by #TedCruz and covers a range of topics related to Bondi's role and actions as Attorney General. Here are the key points discussed: 1. Introduction and Context - Bondi has been the Attorney General for 15 days and discusses her immediate actions and priorities. 2. Restoring Integrity to the #DOJ - Bondi emphasizes her mission to restore integrity to the Department of ...
Feb 21, 2025•33 min•Ep. 506
Europe Moves Away from Free Speech More & More also DOGE Finds $4.7TRILL in Untraceable Payments YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2025•27 min•Ep. 505
A Sea Change in this Country w Surging Polls for Trump, Illegal Crossings on the Border go Way Down, plus DOGE Continues to Uncover More and More Government Waste YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 17, 2025•30 min•Ep. 504
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Feb 15, 2025•39 min•Ep. 75
Senator Cruz the Movie Buff, Talks about His Favorite Movies YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2025•38 min•Ep. 503
A Big Victory as an American Hostage Comes Home, plus USAID Funding Millions to Terrorists also Elon & Trump Continue to Find Waste, Abuse, and Fraud through DOGE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2025•38 min•Ep. 502
Media Losing their Minds over Musk and DOGE also How this will Play out in the Weeks and Months Ahead plus What the Cuts at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Mean to You YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 10, 2025•39 min•Ep. 501
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Feb 08, 2025•30 min•Ep. 74
Ted Cruz Sat Down with Prime Minister Netanyahu and Discussed the New Trump Administration, Iran, & the Future of Israel and it's People YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 07, 2025•36 min•Ep. 500
Trump's Tariffs Lifted for Now as Mexico & Canada Agree to Provide Border Security also Netanyahu in the US, Meeting w Trump to Discuss Iran and Defunding UNRWA plus DOGE Driving Liberals Mad YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 05, 2025•31 min•Ep. 499
25% Tariffs on Canada & Mexico and Why They are a Big Deal plus Kash Patel Confirmation Hearing also the Status of Direct Flights to Israel YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 03, 2025•35 min•Ep. 498
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Feb 01, 2025•32 min•Ep. 73
Tragic DC Airline Crash-How It Happened & the Investigations that Follow plus Trump Nominees WILL ALL Be Confirmed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 31, 2025•39 min•Ep. 497
