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June 24, 2025 β€’ 35 mins

In today's BONUS episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz

πŸ”₯ The Strike on Iran

  • The narrative describes a coordinated U.S. and Israeli military operation targeting Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, particularly the Fordow facility, which is said to be deeply buried under a mountain.
  • The U.S. contribution includes seven B-2 bombers dropping 14 bunker-buster bombs, supported by over 125 aircraft, including stealth fighters, refueling tankers, and surveillance planes.
  • The operation is portrayed as a complete success with no American casualties, and it is claimed to have obliterated Iran’s nuclear enrichment capabilities.

🧨 Political Framing

  • The discussion is heavily framed around conservative political ideology, praising Trump’s leadership and criticizing Democrats, the Biden administration, and international institutions like the United Nations.
  • The hosts argue that Trump’s decisive action prevented Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and protected both American and Israeli lives.

⚠️ Concerns About Retaliation

  • The conversation shifts to potential Iranian retaliation, including:
    • Missile attacks on Israeli civilians
    • Terrorist attacks on U.S. troops in the Middle East
    • Sleeper cell terrorism within the U.S., allegedly enabled by lax border security under President Biden

🧱 Border Security and Immigration

  • A significant portion of the transcript focuses on illegal immigration, particularly the claim that 1,200 Iranian nationals were released into the U.S. under Biden.
  • The hosts link this to a broader narrative of national security vulnerability and advocate for strict border enforcement.

πŸ—£οΈ Criticism of the Left and International Community

  • The podcast criticizes liberal commentators, trans activists, and international leaders for allegedly siding with Iran or downplaying the threat.
  • The UN Secretary-General is mocked for calling for de-escalation, and the idea of relocating the UN to Tehran is sarcastically proposed.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Trump’s Address

  • The transcript includes a fictionalized presidential address by Trump, in which he:
    • Declares the mission a success
    • Warns Iran against further aggression
    • Praises the U.S. military and Israel
    • Frames the strike as a defense of American lives and values

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