Verdict with Ted Cruz

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A Clay and Buck "See, I Told You So...

1. Prescription Drug Pricing Reform

The first part of the podcast discusses a policy initiative aimed at reducing the cost of prescription drugs in the United States. Key points include:

• "Most Favored Nation" Pricing: The U.S. would pay the lowest price available globally for prescription drugs, matching the lowest price paid by any other country.
• Examples of Price Disparities: Our podcast cites stark contrasts in drug prices ...

🏫 Massive School Choice Victory in Texas & National Opportunity

Key Highlights:

• Historic Legislation in Texas: Texas passed the largest and most comprehensive school choice program in the U.S., allocating $1 billion for Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). These accounts provide up to $11,000 per student, and up to $30,000 for students with disabilities, allowing parents to choose the best educational setting for their chi...

• Harvard's Use of Tax Dollars:

  • Discussion on Harvard's controversial practices, including rewarding students who targeted Jewish students.
  • Examination of the Harvard Law Review's selection process, which allegedly discriminates based on race and affirmative action policies.

• Defunding NPR and PBS:

  • President's executive order to end taxpayer subsidies for NPR and PBS due to their perceived partisan propaganda.
  • ...

1. Historic Election of an American Pope:

   • Cardinal Robert Francis Privos of Chicago has been elected as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, marking the first time an American has ascended to the papacy.
   • The hosts discuss the significance of this event for both the Catholic Church and the United States.

2. Criticism of Bernie Sanders and Private Jet Use:

   • Bernie Sanders is criticized for using private jets ...

1. Operation Restore Justice

• Background: The document criticizes the Biden administration for allegedly ignoring child exploitation issues, contrasting it with the Trump administration's proactive stance.
• Operation Details: Led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Caspittel, Operation Restore Justice targeted child sex predators across the U.S.
• Results: Over five days, 205 individuals were arrested, and 115 children ...

1. Supreme Court Decision on Transgender Military Ban:

   • The Supreme Court allowed President Trump's ban on transgender individuals serving in the military to go into effect with a 6-3 decision. This policy bars individuals with gender dysphoria or those who have undergone gender transition from serving.
   • The decision was seen as a victory for Trump, emphasizing a focus on military readiness and cohesion over social experiment...

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...

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: ihr.fm/3InlkL8

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: