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
1. National Security Concerns
- We open with alarming claims that 18,000 known or suspected terrorists have entered the U.S. during the Biden administration, allegedly due to lax border security.
- The source cited is testimony from Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing.
- Specific examples include Afghan nationals linked to terrorist organizations who entered ...
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Buck Flying Solo
The discussion opens with the econ...
- U.S. authorities, including the Coast Guard, FBI, Homeland Security, and Navy, seized the tanker in a coordinated operation. Video footage of the boarding was released publicly.
- Official Justification: The seizure was based on violations of U.S. sanctions and links to illicit oil networks supporting sanctioned entities, including Iran.
- Venezuelan Reaction: The Maduro government condemned the action as “international pira...
1. European Union vs. Elon Musk and Free Speech
- The EU fined Elon Musk’s platform X (formerly Twitter) $140 million under the Digital Services Act (DSA) for failing to comply with transparency and moderation requirements.
- Ben and the Senator argue this is an attack on free speech, claiming the EU wants to impose censorship globally, including on American platforms.
- They highlight a letter from the EU in August 2024 urgin...
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Clay: I'd be a Better SCOTUS Judge
Clay and Buck br...
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Sanctuary State Policies
- Illinois is releasing over 1,800 illegal immigrants charged with crimes such as murder, assault, burglary, robbery, sex crimes, and drug offenses.
- Illinois ignored more than 1,700 ICE detainers and released individuals back into communities.
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Specific Cases
- Individuals like Victor Manuel Menendez Garcia (kidnapping), Juan Morales Martinez (fatal crash), and others accused of sexual as...
1) Media vs. Military: Narco‑Boat Strikes
- Central assertion: Media outlets (especially The Washington Post) allegedly “slandered” the military with false reporting about a U.S. strike on a Venezuelan drug boat; Senator Tom Cotton is quoted saying everyone on the boat was a “valid target” based on intelligence.
- Details cited:
- References to NBC’s question about orders by Defense Secretary Pete ...
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Recent attacks & immigration/vetting
- Ben and Senator Cruz link a shooting of National Guard soldiers in Washington, D.C. to failures in vetting Afghan nationals admitted under “Operation Allies Welcome,” asserting a broader pattern of violence from inadequately vetted immigrants. They cite a TikTok bomb-threat arrest in Texas and connect these incidents to Biden administration policies.
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Bord...
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Pipe Bomber Arrest (Main News Story)
- After nearly five years, the FBI arrested Brian J. Cole Jr., accused of planting pipe bombs near the DNC and RNC headquarters on January 5, 2021.
- The discussion criticizes the Biden administration for delaying the investigation despite having evidence early on.
- Quotes from Pam Bondi and Dan Bongino emphasize that the arrest was achieved through renewed focus under the Trump administra...
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.
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Vindication
Capitol Hill hearings on U.S. military ...
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Affordability and Economic Policy
- Trump says his administration is taking “historic action” to lower costs for American consumers.
- Key measures include:
- Rolling back fuel economy standards (terminating Biden-era CAFE standards).
- Criticism of electric vehicle mandates and environmental regulations, calling them part of the “Green New Scam.”
- Emphasis on keeping gasoline-powered cars widely avai...
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The Cost of Things
Clay points out the economy is g...
Scott Jennings latest book: A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization
- Book Overview: Jennings explains the book’s premise, which chronicles Donald Trump’s second term, his governing style, and major policy initiatives.
- Behind-the-Scenes Insights: Jennings shares personal anecdotes about meeting Trump, interviewing cabinet members, and observing Oval Office...
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Whistleblower Allegations
- Over 400 employees from the Minnesota Department of Health and Human Services claim they warned Governor Walz about the fraud early but faced retaliation instead of cooperation.
- Allegations include monitoring, threats, and discrediting of fraud reports.
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Nature of the Fraud
- Fraud reportedly involved members of the Somali diaspora misappropriating millions from Medicaid autism program...
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Attack Incident
- We begin with the recent violent attack of two National Guard members that were shot by an Afghan national who allegedly entered the U.S. through Biden’s resettlement program.
- One guard member died, and the other was critically injured.
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Criticism of Biden Administration
- The administration prioritized political optics over security during the Afghanistan withdrawal.
- Accusations of incomp...
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Massive Welfare Fraud in Minnesota Funding Terrorism
- Allegations that Minnesota taxpayers indirectly funded the terrorist group Al-Shabab through fraudulent welfare programs.
- Fraud reportedly involved members of the Somali community, with billions of dollars stolen and millions sent to Somalia, some ending up with Al-Shabaab.
- The program cited is Minnesota’s Medicaid Housing Stabilization Services (HHS), which ball...
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Affordability Narrative
- Democrats were previously dismissing inflation and now emphasizing affordability.
- Democrats are trying to portray the economy as a disaster and blame Trump.
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Gas Prices & Energy
- Positive news: Thanksgiving gas prices at their lowest since the pandemic.
- National average forecast: $3.02 per gallon.
- Nearly 30 states have prices under $3; Oklahoma leads at $2.50.
- Liberal states like Ca...
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Incident Details
- Location: Near Farragut West Metro Station, close to the White House.
- Victims: Two National Guardsmen (one female shot in chest and head, another hit in the neck).
- Suspect: 29-year-old Afghan national, entered U.S. in 2021 during evacuation, overstayed visa.
- Attack: Ambush-style, suspect fired multiple rounds, seized a guard’s weapon, and was subdued after being shot.
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Political Framing
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Personal & Family Reflections
- Opening segment emphasizes gratitude during Thanksgiving, family bonding, and playing games like poker and dominoes.
- Anecdotes about family traditions and childhood experiences.
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Political Commentary
- Muslim Brotherhood Designation:
- Discussion on Donald Trump’s executive order to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization.
- Ted Cruz explains his dec...
- Muslim Brotherhood Designation:
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Investigation of Senator Mark Kelly
- The Department of War is investigating Senator Mark Kelly for allegedly making a seditious video urging military personnel to refuse illegal orders from President Donald Trump.
- The video featured Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers encouraging military and intelligence officials to uphold the Constitution and reject unlawful commands.
- Trump responded by calling the act sedition, deman...
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