Verdict with Ted Cruz

The episode provides a detailed account of rapidly escalating tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States, marked by strong public statements and military posturing. Former President Donald Trump has declared a firm stance against Iran’s nuclear ambitions, repeatedly stating that Iran “cannot have a nuclear weapon” and emphasizing that the U.S. does not seek a long-term ...

1. Israel-Iran Conflict:

   • Israel has reportedly conducted highly effective military operations against Iran, targeting military leadership and nuclear facilities.
   • Iran is retaliating with ballistic missile attacks aimed at Israeli civilians.
   • The discussion emphasizes Israel’s precision and success in degrading Iran’s military capabilities.

1. U.S. Involvement and Trump’s Role:

   • The podca...

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Trump's Big Decision

President Donald Trump...

1. Escalation of the Iran-Israel Conflict

• Ongoing missile exchanges and attacks on infrastructure, including Iranian oil refineries.
• Daily life in both countries disrupted by sirens and sonic booms.
• Speculation about Iran potentially using unconventional retaliation methods.

2. U.S. President Trump's Response

• Trump left the G7 summit early, citing the Middle East crisis.
• He refused to sign the G7’s joint de-es...

📰 Overview of the Conflict

• Israel has launched a major military offensive against Iran, targeting nuclear facilities and high-ranking military officials.
• The conflict began after Iran refused a 60-day ultimatum from former President Trump to dismantle its nuclear program.
• On day 61, Israel initiated strikes, citing Iran’s continued uranium enrichment and refusal to negotiate.

🎯 Key Military Developments

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1. Immigration and Criminal Prosecution:

• The Ben and Senator Cruz discuss the indictment of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, an undocumented immigrant accused of human trafficking and being a member of MS-13, a transnational criminal gang.
• They criticize Democratic politicians and media for previously portraying him as a harmless "Maryland dad" and for allegedly defending or sympathizing with him.
• The indictment claims Garcia tra...

📰 Overview of the Situation

• Israel has launched a preemptive strike on Iran to prevent it from acquiring nuclear weapons.
• The operation, named "Operation Rising Lion," targeted:
  • Iran’s nuclear enrichment and weaponization facilities.
  • Senior Iranian military leaders, including the head of the IRGC.
  • Ballistic missile infrastructure.

🇮🇱 Israel’s Justification

• Prime Minister Netanyahu dec...

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Middle East Tensions

Clay Travis and...

• Senator Josh Hawley: Chair of the Senate Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, leading the investigation.
• Organizations Named:
  • Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (CHIRLA)
  • Party for Socialism and Liberation (PSL)
  • Unión del Barrio

Main Points:

• Senator Hawley has launched a formal investigation into who is allegedly funding and organizing the riots.
• Letters have been sent to m...

• Nationwide Protests and Riots:

  • The hosts argue that recent protests, which they compare to the 2020 BLM protests, are not organic but orchestrated.
  • They list numerous cities experiencing unrest and claim these are Democrat-run and complicit in the violence.

• Impact on Small Businesses:

  • Emotional interviews with small business owners, particularly a family-owned jewelry store in LA, highlight the destruction a...

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There's Something Deeper Going On

Dives dee...

1. Civil Unrest in Los Angeles:

   • Describes ongoing chaos and protests, comparing them to the 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstrations.
   • Claims that Democratic leaders are mischaracterizing the protests as peaceful.

2. Criticism of Democratic Leaders:

   • Targets figures like Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, Elizabeth Warren, and Cory Booker.
   • Accuses them of downplaying violence and failing to address crime and immigration iss...

📍 1. California Protests and Riots

• The episode opens with a discussion about recent unrest in California, particularly in Los Angeles, involving anti-ICE protests.
• The hosts describe scenes of violence, including cars being set on fire and protesters waving Mexican flags.
• They criticize Democratic leaders (e.g., Gavin Newsom, Karen Bass, Adam Schiff, Nancy Pelosi) for allegedly supporting or failing to condemn the riots.
...

1. Colorado Terror Attack:

   • Discussion of an Egyptian national accused of a hate-motivated firebombing attack in Boulder.
   • Criticism of immigration policies that allegedly allowed the suspect to remain in the U.S. despite overstaying a visa.

2. Immigration and Border Security:

   • Claims that millions of undocumented immigrants have entered the U.S. under the Biden administration.
   • Allegations that “gotaways”...

• Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump Feud
  The episode opens with a detailed discussion of the public spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, described as a painful clash between two influential figures. Cruz, who claims personal friendships with both, expresses hope for reconciliation, emphasizing their shared love for America and the importance of unity against liberal opposition.

• The “Big, Bold, Beautiful Bill”
  T...

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Trump's Call with XI

Trump’s recent ...

1. Cancellation of Moderna's Bird Flu Vaccine Contract

• The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., canceled a $766 million contract with Moderna.
• The contract was intended to fund the development of an mRNA-based vaccine for pandemic influenza, including H5N1 (bird flu).
• Despite positive early trial results from Moderna, the administration cited scientific, ethical, and safety...

🔥 1. Judicial Power and Nationwide Injunctions

• Main Argument: Senator Cruz criticizes what he describes as an abuse of judicial power by "radical left-wing judges" issuing nationwide injunctions against Trump-era policies.
• Historical Context: He claims that in the first 150 years of U.S. history, there were no nationwide injunctions, and that the Trump administration faced more such injunctions than any other presidency combi...

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Biden Policies Aided a Terrorist

Buck Sexton leads the ho...