Verdict with Ted Cruz

Verdict with Ted Cruz

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.

Episodes

May 30, 2025 34 mins
  • Chinese Student Visas and Espionage Concerns

    • The Trump administration's decision to revoke visas of Chinese students suspected of ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
    • Broader concerns about intellectual property theft and espionage by China.
    • Discussion of Confucius Institutes and legislation led by Cruz to defund them.
  • Transgender Athletes and Women’s Sports

    • California's policy shift to protect biologi...
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Trump's Superpower

 

a breakdown of the late...

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  1. Social Security Fraud Allegations

    • Claims that 12.3 million individuals listed as 120 years or older were removed from Social Security rolls.
    • Suggests widespread fraud and inefficiency in the Social Security system.
    • Mentions updates from a fictional or satirical agency called DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency).
  2. Non-Citizen Social Security Numbers

    • Allegations that millions of non-citizens, including un...
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  • FBI Reopening Investigations

    • Cocaine in the White House: The hosts discuss the discovery of cocaine near the Situation Room during the Biden administration and criticize the lack of accountability.
    • January 6 Pipe Bomber: They express frustration that the individual who planted a pipe bomb near the DNC has not been identified or prosecuted.
    • Supreme Court Leak (Dobbs Decision): The leak of the draft opinion overturning Roe...
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CDC 86's Covid Vax

 

Hour 1 of The Clay Trav...

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🇺🇸 Memorial Day Remarks by Donald Trump

  • We open with a speech by former President Donald Trump at Arlington National Cemetery.
  • He honors fallen U.S. service members, emphasizing the eternal debt owed to them and the sacrifices made by Gold Star families.
  • Trump’s remarks are emotional and patriotic, focusing on the lasting impact of military sacrifice on American freedom and daily life.

🧾 Social Security Fra...

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The conversation centers around U.S. immigration policy, border security, and the actions taken under the Trump administration compared to the Biden administration. Key topics include:

  • Border Security Achievements: Homan claims that under President Trump’s renewed leadership, the U.S. now has the most secure border in its history, citing dramatic reductions in illegal crossings and "gotaways."

  • Policy Changes: The disc...

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🔹 1. Joe Biden and Classified Documents

  • Discussion centers on President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents.
  • Concerns are raised about his cognitive state and whether he was exploited by others.
  • A specific exchange is analyzed for its legal implications, particularly around intent and memory regarding possession of a classified Afghanistan memo.

🔹 2. The Hur Tapes

  • Audio excerpts from interviews...
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  1. Horrific Murder in Washington, D.C.:

    • A tragic double homicide near the Israeli embassy involving two Jewish victims, Sarah Milgram and Jerone Leshinsky, allegedly targeted due to antisemitic hatred.
    • The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, is described as a radical leftist who shouted pro-Palestinian slogans during the attack.
    • The discussion expands into the rise of antisemitism on college campuses and the broader societal implicat...
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Jewish Couple Shot in Hate Crime

 

 The Clay Tra...

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  1. Biden Investigations

    • Representative James Comer is leading renewed investigations into the Biden family, particularly focusing on alleged corruption and Joe Biden’s mental and physical health.
    • Claims are made that Hunter Biden was effectively running the administration.
    • Allegations include misuse of the autopen for signing executive orders and pardons.
  2. Donald Trump and South Africa

    • Trump reportedly con...
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The conversation centers around U.S. immigration policy, border security, and the actions taken under the Trump administration compared to the Biden administration. Key topics include:

  • Border Security Achievements: Homan claims that under President Trump’s renewed leadership, the U.S. now has the most secure border in its history, citing dramatic reductions in illegal crossings and "gotaways."

  • Policy Changes: The disc...

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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 takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts: ihr.fm/3InlkL8

 

 Is The Big Beautiful Bill Bloated?

&n...

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1. Allegations of a Cover-Up Regarding President Joe Biden’s Health

  • The episode raises suspicions about a potential cover-up of President Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis.
  • Former President Donald Trump is quoted expressing disbelief that the public was not informed earlier.
  • Questions are raised about the credibility of Biden’s doctors and whether his cognitive health was misrepresented.

2. Democratic R...

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  1. Joe Biden’s Cognitive Decline:

    • The hosts argue that President Biden exhibited signs of significant mental decline even before taking office in 2021.
    • They cite excerpts from Jake Tapper’s upcoming book and The Atlantic article, which describe Biden’s struggles with memory, attention, and communication during the 2020 campaign and presidency.
  2. The Hur Tapes:

    • The podcast discusses the release o...
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🧨 1. U.S. Foreign Policy on Iran

This section is a detailed and impassioned discussion about Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the U.S. response, particularly under different presidential administrations. Key points include:

  • Criticism of the Iran Nuclear Deal: The speaker (likely a U.S. senator) strongly criticizes the Obama-era Iran nuclear deal, claiming it empowered Iran economically and allowed its nuclear program to con...
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  • Criticism of Jake Tapper and the Media:

    • The hosts accuse Jake Tapper and mainstream media outlets (CNN, MSNBC, ABC, CBS, etc.) of knowingly covering up President Joe Biden’s cognitive decline.
    • They argue that Tapper’s involvement in the book is hypocritical, likening it to an arsonist writing about fire prevention.
  • Allegations of Cognitive Decline:

    • The episode discusses claims from the book and o...
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The Big Coverup

 

The hour opens with a...

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  • Breakthrough in Trade Talks:
    After two days of negotiations in Geneva, U.S. officials, including Treasury Secretary Scott Descent and Trade Representative Jamison Greer, reported substantial progress with Chinese Vice Premier Liu He.

  • Tariff Reductions:

    • U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods dropped from 145% to 30%.
    • Chinese tariffs on U.S. goods dropped from 125% to 10%.
    • A 90-day pause on certain tariffs was agreed upon.
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🔑 Invest America Initiative

  • Core Idea: Automatically create an investment account for every newborn in the U.S., seeded with $1,000 from the government.
  • Contribution Cap: Up to $5,000 per year can be added to the account in a tax-advantaged way by family, friends, employers, or philanthropists.
  • Investment Strategy: Funds would be invested in broad market instruments like ETFs or mutual funds tied to the S&P 500.
  • Goal: To ...
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