Verdict with Ted Cruz

1. Executive Order on Gain of Function Research:

   • President Trump issued an executive order restricting federal funding for gain of function research, which involves experimenting with viruses and pathogens that could potentially trigger a pandemic.
   • The order aims to prevent US tax dollars from funding such research in countries like China and Iran, and strengthens oversight mechanisms to ensure biomedical research is conduc...

1. Harvard's Tax-Exempt Status:

   • President Trump announced plans to end Harvard University's tax-exempt status, citing the university's alleged discrimination based on race and anti-Semitism.
   • The discussion includes the potential legal battle and the implications of revoking Harvard's 501(c)(3) status, referencing the Bob Jones University case as a precedent.

2. Elon Derangement Syndrome:

   • The hosts discuss incident...

1. Arrests and Charges:

   • Former Donya Anna County Magistrate Judge Joel Kano and his wife were arrested for harboring a gang member and tampering with evidence. The gang member had incriminating photos on his cell phone, which the judge destroyed
   • Judge Hannah Dugan from Milwaukee was arrested for obstructing an immigration arrest operation

2. Gang Activity:

   • The gang member harbored by Judge Kano had photos of decap...

1. Take It Down Act:

   • Legislation: The act aims to protect individuals, especially women and children, from revenge porn and deep fakes.
   • Bipartisan Support: Passed by both the Senate and the House, and is headed to President Trump's desk for signing.
   • Provisions: Makes posting non-consensual intimate images a federal felony, and mandates tech platforms to remove such content within 48 hours of notification.
   • Personal Story: Th...

1. Iran's Nuclear Capabilities:

   • We cover Iran's Supreme Leader's stance on obtaining nuclear weapons, emphasizing the threat posed by Iran's policy of "death to America."
   • President Trump's position on the Iran nuclear deal is highlighted, with Trump criticizing the deal made during Obama's administration and asserting that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons.
   • We also underscore the U.S. administration's commitment to preventin...

Celebration of Trump's First 100 Days

• Achievements: Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson highlight the successes of Trump's administration, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of his first 100 days in office.
• Energy and Vigor: They discuss the administration's energetic approach and rapid progress on multiple fronts.

Tribute to David Horowitz

• Legacy: Ted Cruz pays tribute to David Horowitz, a conservative leader who passed aw...

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100 Days of Trump

Clay Travis and Buck Sexton dive into a variety of significant...

1. Border Security Measures:

   • Historic Reductions: The administration achieved significant reductions in illegal border crossings and apprehensions of dangerous criminals.
   • Policies Implemented: Tough policies were put in place, including designating violent gangs as foreign terrorist organizations and resuming border wall construction.
   • Mass Deportations: Over 150,000 illegal immigrants, including gang members and criminals, ...

1. Trump Administration's First 100 Days:

   • The conversation highlights the support for President Trump's efforts on illegal immigration, noting a significant drop in illegal border crossings and strong public approval for deportation policies.

2. Democratic Judges and Illegal Immigration:

   • Two Democratic judges are mentioned, one from Wisconsin and another from New Mexico, who were arrested for obstructing federal l...

1. Trump Administration's First 100 Days:

   • The conversation highlights the support for President Trump's efforts on illegal immigration, noting a significant drop in illegal border crossings and strong public approval for deportation policies.

2. Democratic Judges and Illegal Immigration:

   • Two Democratic judges are mentioned, one from Wisconsin and another from New Mexico, who were arrested for obstructing federal l...

1. Supreme Court Ruling:

   • The Supreme Court issued an order blocking the deportation of Venezuelan illegal immigrants under an 18th-century law.
   • Justice Alito and Justice Thomas dissented, criticizing the decision as hasty and legally questionable.
   • The ruling was made without giving lower courts a chance to rule or hearing from the opposing party.

2. Implications for the Trump Administration:

   • The ruling poses a cha...

1. Lawfare Against President Trump:

   • Discussion on the legal challenges faced by President Trump and his administration.
   • Four recent lawsuits against Trump were highlighted, focusing on election integrity, sanctuary cities, and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies.
   • The hosts argue that these lawsuits are part of a coordinated effort by Democrats to obstruct Trump's agenda.

2. Transgender Issues in Sports:

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The Forever Regime 

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1. Trade Negotiations with China:

   • President Trump emphasized that the entire world wants to be part of trade negotiations with the United States.
   • He mentioned that the administration is actively talking to China and other countries about trade deals.
   • Trump highlighted the importance of fair trade deals and the potential to lower taxes significantly once these deals are finalized.

2. Tariffs and National Security:

   • ...

1. Massive Drop in Illegal Border Crossings

• Under Trump Administration: We discuss the significant reduction in illegal border crossings under Donald Trump's administration. The policy changes, particularly ending catch and release, led to a 99.99% drop in illegal border crossings.
• Statistics: In December 2023, 189,604 illegal immigrants were caught and released under Biden's administration. By February 2024, this number ...

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Biden Coverup

Clay and Buck discuss revelatio...

1. Easter Egg Roll at the White House:

   • The event was attended by many children and families.
   • Media coverage included rumors about Donald Trump losing confidence in Pete Hegseth, the US Secretary of Defense.
   • Allegations surfaced that Hegseth shared military information in private Signal chats, involving his wife, brother, and personal attorney.
   • Trump dismissed these rumors, expressing full confidence in Hegseth.

2. Deat...

• Democratic Senators' Stance on Illegal Immigration:

  • The podcast criticizes Democratic senators for their stance on illegal immigration, particularly focusing on MS-13 gang members.
  • Senator Chris Van Hollen from Maryland is highlighted for his visit to El Salvador to meet with an MS-13 gang member, which the hosts find astonishing and politically motivated.
  • The discussion includes a critique of Van Hollen's defense of the...

1. Immigration and Deportation:

   • The Trump administration achieved a significant victory with an immigration judge ruling in favor of deporting students advocating for anti-Israel and anti-American protests. This case involved Mahmoud Khalil from Columbia University, who was involved in pro-Hamas protests and misrepresented himself on his green card application.

1. Harvard University Funding:

   • The Trump a...