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
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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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Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Resignation
- Greene announced she will resign from Congress in January.
- This is a significant moment for the Republican Party, emphasizing internal accountability and contrasting it with perceived Democratic inaction on radical elements.
- Greene’s shift from pro-Trump to anti-Israel and anti-capitalist positions is highlighted as a cautionary tale.
- Donald Trump’s withdrawal of sup...
1. Michelle Obama and Presidential Politics
- The discussion begins with Michelle Obama’s comments about not running for President of the United States.
- She stated that America is “not ready for a woman president,” citing sexism and societal immaturity.
- Her stance is arrogant and condescending, and she argues that Democrats blame election losses on bigotry rather than policy failures.
- Historical comparisons are...
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Opening Context
- The famous phrase: “It’s the economy, stupid” stresses the importance of economic perception in politics.
- Dissatisfaction with the economy often leads to blame on the sitting president.
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Criticism of Biden Administration
- Claims Biden’s tenure caused high inflation (up to 9%) and wage decline (approx. $3,000 loss in take-home pay).
- Biden favored policies benefiting forei...
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Mamdanism
President Trump will meet New York City M...
- Legislative Action and Presidential Approval
- The U.S. House voted 427–1 to release Epstein-related documents, followed by unanimous Senate approval.
- President Donald Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, requiring the DOJ to release unclassified records and declassify materials where possible within 30 days.
- Trump publicly celebrated the signing, calling prior criticism a “Democratic hoax” and...
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Follow the Epstein Money
The Epstein Transpar...
1. Texas Declares Muslim Brotherhood & CAIR as Terrorist Organizations
- Action Taken: Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation designating the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as foreign terrorist and transnational criminal organizations.
- Implications: These groups are now prohibited from acquiring real property in Texas.
- Governor’s Statement: Abbott cited their alleged g...
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Economic Recovery & Inflation Control
- Trump inherited an economic crisis caused by Biden’s administration and Democratic policies.
- Inflation under Biden averaged ~5%, peaking at 9.1%, while under Trump’s second term it dropped to ~2.7%.
- Price declines in categories like groceries (eggs, butter, ice cream, etc.) and housing costs.
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Gas & Energy Prices
- Under Biden: highest gas prices in hist...
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Trump’s Strategic Move on Epstein Files
- Donald Trump publicly calls for the House to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
- Frames the release as transparency and a way to expose Democratic ties to Epstein.
- Suggests Democrats are using Epstein as a political weapon against Trump.
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Government Shutdown Outcome
- Analysis of CBS polling showing Americans believe Republicans and Trump won the shutdown neg...
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In this riveting News Roundup, Sean Hannity dives into the behind-the-scenes radio war from his early days in Atlanta, featuring broadcasting legends Neil Boortz and Eric Sluggo Seidel. Sean frames the conversation around old-school competition, relentless preparation, and the transformative lessons he learned by facing off against Boortz, a market giant. Spec...
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Healthcare Policy & Obamacare
- the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), caused premiums to skyrocket instead of reducing costs.
- Discussion of President Trump’s stance on healthcare reform, emphasizing Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) as a solution to empower individuals rather than insurance companies.
- Includes a tweet from Trump advocating for HSAs and opposing corporate welfare for health insurers.
- Stock performance...
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Government Shutdown Analysis
- The recent end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history (43 days).
- Democrats, particularly Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi, caused harm to Americans for political gain.
- The economic impacts: delayed flights, unpaid federal workers, halted food stamp benefits, and harm to small businesses.
- Predicts future political consequences and possible repeat shutdown scenarios.
- Includes quotes f...
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Open for Business!
President Donald Trump officiall...
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Government Shutdown Context
- The shutdown lasted over 40 days, beginning October 1 and ending after a Senate vote (60–40) and subsequent House approval.
- A stopgap funding measure was passed to keep the government operating until January 30, while negotiations for a long-term appropriations bill continue.
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Political Narrative
- Democrats are responsible for the shutdown, accusing them of:
- Blocking vote...
- Democrats are responsible for the shutdown, accusing them of:
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Government Shutdown Ending
- The shutdown lasted 44 days, making it the longest in U.S. history.
- The House is voting on an appropriations package and continuing resolution after the Senate passed it.
- President expected to sign the bill immediately, reopening the government.
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Impact on Federal Employees
- Thousands of federal workers (Capitol Hill staff, TSA agents, air traffic controllers, custodians, etc.) misse...
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