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Verdict with Ted Cruz

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Join Senator Ted Cruz and co-host Ben Ferguson as they break down the most important news stories of the day and reveal what they mean for you. On "Verdict with Ted Cruz,” you will go behind the scenes of the political debates that define our country. "Verdict with Ted Cruz" is being brought to you by Jobs, Freedom, and Security PAC, a political action committee dedicated to supporting conservative causes, organizations, and candidates across the country. In 2022, Jobs, Freedom, and Security PAC plans to donate to conservative candidates running for Congress and help the Republican Party across the nation.

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Media’s Role in Biden’s Decline "Only Good Four Hours a Day"

Criticism of Jake Tapper and Mainstream Media : Cruz and Ferguson accuse Tapper and CNN of knowingly covering up Biden’s mental deterioration. They mock Tapper’s role in the book, likening it to an arsonist writing about fire prevention. Biden’s Cognitive Decline : The podcast discusses alleged incidents of Biden’s confusion, memory lapses, and diminished capacity. They reference reports from cabinet members and the Department of Justice suggesting Biden was mentally unfit. Media and Political H...

Aug 08, 202534 minEp. 578

BONUS: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Aug 7 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Make America Safe Again violent crime in American cities, with Clay spotlighting disturbing incidents in Cincinnati and Memphis. He shares t...

Aug 07, 20251 hr 1 min

BONUS POD: China’s 'New' Viral Outbreak Echoes COVID-Era Measures plus Democrats Face Removal Over Quorum Walkout

🦟 1. CDC Travel Warning Over Chikungunya Outbreak in China Outbreak Details : Over 7,000 confirmed cases in Guangdong Province, China, with spread to Hong Kong and other regions. The virus is mosquito-borne , similar to dengue and Zika. Symptoms include fever, joint pain, headaches, muscle aches, rash , and in rare cases, death , especially among infants, elderly, and those with preexisting conditions. CDC Response : Issued a Level 2 travel notice . Advises enhanced precautions : insect repelle...

Aug 07, 202519 minEp. 168

Trump Revokes Student Visas for Chinese Nationals, Transgender Athlete Policy Shift in CA, Take It Down Act Targeting Deepfakes Signed & ABA Barred from Judicial Nominations

🇨🇳 Chinese Student Visas and Espionage The Trump administration announced plans to revoke student visas for Chinese nationals suspected of ties to the Chinese Communist Party . Emphasis on intellectual property theft and espionage concerns. Senator Cruz supports aggressive vetting of foreign students and recounts his past efforts to shut down Confucius Institutes in U.S. universities. 🏃‍♀️ California’s Transgender Athlete Policy Shift California revised its policy to protect biological female...

Aug 06, 202533 minEp. 577

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Aug 5 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Obama Won't Be Indicted Deep dive into the explosive developments surrounding the Russia collusion investigation, now reignited by a grand ju...

Aug 05, 202557 min

BONUS POD: Trump Moves to Protect Conservative Bank Customers & Civil Arrest Warrants on the Table for Fleeing Dems

🏦 Proposed Executive Order on Political Debanking Context : The White House is reportedly preparing an executive order to penalize banks for closing accounts based on political beliefs. Key Provisions : Investigate violations of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act , antitrust laws , and consumer protection laws . Impose fines , consent decrees , or other penalties. Require banks to revoke internal policies that may have led to politically motivated closures. Direct the Small Business Administratio...

Aug 05, 202514 minEp. 166

Whistleblower Was Silenced for Calling out the LIES in the Russia Hoax plus Kamala & Colbert, Bitter & Angry Together

🕵️‍♂️ Whistleblower Claims A whistleblower from the Obama-era intelligence community alleges they were pressured and silenced when they tried to challenge the narrative that Russia interfered in the 2016 election. The whistleblower claims: Intelligence assessments were manipulated. Critical context was omitted from the 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA). There was pressure to align with a predetermined narrative favoring claims of Russian interference. Other foreign influences were ig...

Aug 04, 202529 minEp. 576

FBI’s Role in Russia Hoax, Beijing’s Ivy League Infiltration & Democrats Back Hamas Week In Review

🕵️ FBI & Russia Investigation Discussion centers on new intelligence suggesting the FBI played a role in spreading the Trump-Russia collusion narrative before launching the Crossfire Hurricane probe. The hosts claim this was a coordinated effort involving the Clinton campaign, the Obama administration, and various intelligence agencies. Praise is given to John Ratcliffe for declassifying related documents. Andrew McCabe is mentioned as a likely candidate for prosecution due to alleged false...

Aug 02, 202531 minEp. 99

Declassified Docs Show Hillary PERSONALLY Approved Russia Hoax-Complicit w the FBI-to Distract from Her Email Scandal, plus Dems Abandon Israel & Harvard in bed with CCP

🔍 1. Hillary Clinton and the Russia Hoax Allegations The hosts claim that newly declassified documents show Hillary Clinton personally approved a plan to link Donald Trump to Russian election interference in 2016. The plan was allegedly intended to distract from her own email scandal. The documents reportedly include emails involving George Soros’s Open Society Foundation and Clinton’s foreign policy advisor, Julianne Smith. The podcast alleges that the FBI and media were complicit in spreading...

Aug 01, 202535 minEp. 575

BONUS: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 31 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. New C&B Steak Bet! Kamala Harris announced she will not run for California governor in 2026. Clay and Buck analyze her new book, 107 Day...

Jul 31, 202556 min

BONUS POD: Pelosi Under Fire as Trump Slams ‘Disgraceful’ Stock Gains

Allegations by Donald Trump: Former President Donald Trump is quoted calling for an investigation into Nancy Pelosi, accusing her of using insider information to amass wealth through stock trading. He claims Pelosi has achieved returns “practically in the history of Wall Street” and suggests this is due to her access to non-public information. Financial Discrepancies Highlighted: Pelosi’s government salary is cited as $174,000/year , yet her net worth is reported to have grown from $114.7 millio...

Jul 31, 202511 minEp. 162

Major Legislation to Protect the Flying Public, plus New Evidence FBI Complicit in Russia Hoax

🛫 1. Aviation Safety and the Rotor Act Incident Overview : The discussion begins with a tragic aviation accident that occurred on January 29 , involving a collision between an Army Blackhawk helicopter and an American Airlines plane over Ronald Reagan National Airport , resulting in 67 fatalities . Personal Connection : Senator Cruz recounts how his wife was scheduled to land at Reagan that night and was diverted, adding a personal dimension to the tragedy. Legislative Response : Cruz introduce...

Jul 30, 202532 minEp. 574

Extra: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 29 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. RIP Hulk Hogan and Russiagate 101 The shocking report of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan’s death at age 71. Clay reflects on Hogan’s cultural impa...

Jul 29, 20251 hr 6 min

BONUS POD: Worst of the Worst: ICE Targets Convicted Child Predators in Houston Sweep

1. ICE Arrests in Houston U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 214 illegal aliens in the Houston, Texas area over a six-month period. All individuals were charged or convicted of sex offenses involving minors . This number exceeds the total arrests for similar offenses in the entire previous fiscal year (211 arrests). The arrests are attributed to a multi-agency targeting initiative launched under the Trump administration, aimed at removing “the worst of the worst” criminal al...

Jul 29, 202516 minEp. 160

Dems' Poll Numbers PLUMMET, plus How to Save $1TRILL in Fed Spending & Why We Need to Fix the Tax Laws to Treat Poker Pros Fairly

🗳️ Democrats' Poll Numbers Plummeting A recent Wall Street Journal poll shows the Democratic Party's approval rating at its lowest in 35 years. Only 33% of voters view the party favorably, while 63% view it unfavorably. Cruz attributes this to the party being overtaken by extreme left-wing voices and unpopular stances on issues like: Open borders Defunding the police Support for controversial protests Gender and youth medical policies He warns Republicans not to become complacent despite favora...

Jul 28, 202532 minEp. 573

Bonus: Hulk Holgan's Legacy - July 25th, The Sean Hannity Show

Sean mocks the media narrative blaming Trump for Stephen Colbert’s cancellation, chalking it up instead to bad ratings and bad jokes. He debates former Schumer aide Chris Hahn about why Democrats are terrified to criticize radical voices like “Mom Donnie” or the Squad. They discuss controversial race-based tax proposals and refusal to condemn global Intifada. Hannity also opens up about family, nostalgia, and parenthood during emotional listener calls—including one suggesting Trump should delive...

Jul 26, 202529 min

Final Six Victories in the 1BBB, Cartels Outpace U.S. Law Enforcement in the Skies & Gabbard Drops the Receipts Week In Review

🏛️ Final Six Victories in the Bill: Spectrum Auction Authority – Releasing 800 MHz of government-held spectrum to the private sector, expected to generate $100 billion and create hundreds of thousands of jobs. Air Traffic Control Modernization – $12.5 billion investment to upgrade outdated systems. Space Exploration – $10 billion for NASA’s Artemis and Gateway programs to beat China to the Moon. CAFE Standards Repeal – Effectively nullifying fuel efficiency mandates to allow consumer choice in ...

Jul 26, 202533 minEp. 98

Obama Admin Caught in a Bombshell LIE about the Russia Hoax plus ALL THE WINS in the One Big Beautiful Bill

1. Tulsi Gabbard’s Allegations Against the Obama Administration Gabbard released a report alleging that President Obama and senior intelligence officials knowingly fabricated the Russia-Trump collusion narrative. Claims include deliberate misinformation, suppression of contrary intelligence, and coordination with media to undermine Donald Trump’s presidency. Specific officials named: James Clapper, Susan Rice, John Kerry, Andrew McCabe. Legal implications discussed, citing potential violations o...

Jul 25, 202539 minEp. 572

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 24 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. RIP Hulk Hogan and Russiagate 101 The shocking report of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan’s death at age 71. Clay reflects on Hogan’s cultural impa...

Jul 24, 202559 min

BONUS POD: Gabbard Unveils Shocking Obama Intel Plot w Irrefutable Evidence

Criminal Referral and Allegations Against Obama : Tulsi Gabbard claims that Obama has been referred to the Department of Justice for a criminal investigation. She accuses the Obama administration of manufacturing intelligence to falsely suggest Russian interference in the 2016 election to benefit Trump. Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) : Gabbard criticizes the January 2017 ICA ordered by Obama, alleging it was politically motivated and based on unreliable sources, including the discredite...

Jul 24, 202517 minEp. 156

Hunter Melts Down, Targeting the Funders of Riots across America & Combating the Threat of Drone Attacks in Coming Decades

🔥 1. Hunter Biden’s Interview and Political Commentary The episode opens with a critical discussion of a recent, controversial interview with Hunter Biden, in which he allegedly expresses anger at Democratic elites and hints at a potential presidential run. Cruz and Ferguson mock the interview, describing it as a “meltdown” and using it to criticize the Democratic Party, portraying Hunter as emblematic of its perceived dysfunction. They highlight Hunter’s comments about George Clooney, David Ax...

Jul 23, 202532 minEp. 571

BONUS POD: From Crack to Clooney, Hunter Goes Nuclear

Hunter Biden's Interview Behavior Described as erratic, vulgar, and unhinged. Frequently uses profanity and makes controversial statements. Criticizes Democrats like George Clooney, James Carville, and Nancy Pelosi. Criticism of the Democratic Party Accuses the party of racism and exploiting both African Americans and undocumented immigrants. Claims Democrats view immigrants as modern-day slaves, only useful for menial labor. Joe Biden’s Mental Health Hunter allegedly admits Joe Biden took Ambie...

Jul 22, 202528 minEp. 154

Historic Victories: ALL the Major WINS in the First Six Months of the Trump Presidency

Border Security : Massive reduction in illegal crossings. Record-low apprehensions. $150 billion allocated to border infrastructure and enforcement. Military Action in Iran : Targeted bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities. No U.S. casualties; described as a decisive and successful operation. The “Take It Down Act” : Legislation to combat non-consensual intimate imagery and deepfakes. Co-signed by Melania Trump, marking a symbolic moment. Spending Cuts (Recissions) : $9 billion in federal spending...

Jul 21, 202546 minEp. 570

BONUS: The Sean Hannity Show - Six Months In - July 15th, Hour 1

On today’s episode of The Sean Hannity Show , Sean marks six months into President Trump’s second term, highlighting major wins in energy, the economy, and immigration. He breaks down Trump’s $90 billion AI and energy investment in Pennsylvania, efforts to deport criminal illegals, and the revival of American manufacturing. House Oversight Chairman James Comer joins to discuss the Biden autopen scandal, warning that thousands of pardons may be legally invalid. Plus, hear exclusive audio from Pre...

Jul 19, 202531 min

'Null & Void' Experts Question the Autopen, Harrowing story of Survival in the Texas Flood plus When Woke Satire Stops Being Funny Week In Review

📰 1. Biden and the Autopen Controversy The discussion opens with a deep dive into a legal and political controversy involving President Joe Biden’s use of an autopen to sign off on mass pardons . The Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) had previously ruled that autopen use is valid only if the president personally makes the decision . The New York Times reported that Biden did not individually approve each pardon, raising questions about the validity of those pardons. The host...

Jul 19, 202529 minEp. 97

Epstein, Trump & WSJ-MAGA Battle Explodes, plus Congress Defunds NPR & PBS and Stephen Colbert Canceled

🔥 1. Epstein Files and Trump Controversy We open with a heated discussion about the renewed focus on the Jeffrey Epstein files , with calls for transparency. Senator Cruz outlines four principles for handling the Epstein case: Transparency – Release all information. Protect the victims – Especially minors in explicit materials. Release it all – No selective disclosure. Prosecute predators – Hold all abusers accountable. The media is accused of using the Epstein case to sow division within the M...

Jul 18, 202535 minEp. 569

BONUS: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 17 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Clay: Sorry, NY The Senate’s landmark vote to defund PBS and NPR, a conservative goal that has been decades in the making. Clay and Buck fra...

Jul 17, 202559 min

BONUS POD: Autopen-Gate begins as White House Opens Probe plus Are Illegal Immigrants Getting Benefits in New York?

🖊️ 1. Investigation into the Use of the Presidential Autopen During Joe Biden’s Presidency The White House Counsel's Office has reportedly opened an investigation into the alleged misuse of the autopen to sign executive orders, pardons, and other official documents during Joe Biden’s presidency. The claim is that Biden may not have been cognitively fit to make presidential decisions and that unelected staffers may have used the autopen without his knowledge. Key figures mentioned : Caroline Lev...

Jul 17, 202517 minEp. 151

Why We Should Designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization, plus IRS Concludes Churches Can Endorse Candidates & NYT Reports Biden Unaware of Many Autopen Pardons

Designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization Senator Cruz discusses his long-standing effort to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group. He outlines the organization's history, global reach, and alleged ties to terrorism. The conversation critiques past U.S. administrations, particularly the Obama and Biden administrations, for their handling of the Brotherhood. Cruz introduces a “modernized” version of his bill using a “bottom-up” approach to target specific v...

Jul 16, 202533 minEp. 568

BONUS: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Jul 15 2025

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Trump's Tariffs Paying Off The economic impact of Trump-era tariffs, with the hosts highlighting a rare federal budget surplus in June 2025. ...

Jul 15, 20251 hr
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