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

April 30, 2025 31 mins

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...

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  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, ...
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  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...
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  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...
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  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...
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  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:

    • ...
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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...

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  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...

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  • 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...
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  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...
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The Story Keeps Getting Worse

 

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  1. Syndicated Radio Show: Senator Ted Cruz is the first sitting member of Congress to have a syndicated radio show, expanding the reach of the "Verdict" podcast to 84 stations across the country.

  2. Guest Appearance: The episode features Lee Zeldin, the Administrator of the EPA, who discusses his background, including his military service and time in Congress.

  3. Visit to Midland, Texas: The hosts and Zeldin visit Midland, Texas, ...

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  1. Trade Negotiations with Japan:

    • President Trump met with Japanese officials to discuss trade negotiations, resulting in positive feedback on social media.
    • Discussions included military support costs and trade fairness.
    • Japan has a long-standing military alliance with the US, with many American troops stationed in Okinawa.
    • Japan's Prime Minister stated that Japan won't rush to reach a deal and does not plan to make big con...
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  1. Democrats' Advocacy for Illegal Aliens:

    • Democrats are advocating for the return of illegal aliens, including those identified as members of the MS-13 gang.
    • We discuss a specific case involving an illegal immigrant, Abrego Garcia, who was deported by the Trump administration despite being adjudicated as an MS-13 gang member.
  2. Anti-Semitism and Radicalism on College Campuses:

    • The conversation highlights concern...
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It's Tax Day

 

Buck Sexton begins by sharing his personal experience of be...

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  1. Criticism of Democrats:

    • Democrats for opposing Donald Trump and his policies, particularly regarding border security and immigration.
    • We highlights a specific instance where Democrats, led by Senator Chris Van Hollen, are demanding the return of deported MS-13 gang members.
  2. Immigration and Deportation:

    • The commentary discusses the deportation of an MS-13 gang member to El Salvador and the legal battles surro...
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