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Verdict with Ted Cruz

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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

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62:51

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Sep 30 2025

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/10/01

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. The Kick Ass Standard President Trump’s announcement on prescription drug pricing, revealing that Pfizer will now offer

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34:01

Schumer Shutdown-The Chaos the Dems have Unleashed,...

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/10/01

Cause of Shutdown: Shutdown occurred after Congress failed to pass funding past September 30. Cruz argues Democrats deliberately blocked a CR to appease their progressive base. Senate Dynamics: A CR passed the House but failed in the Senate, receiving 55 votes instead of the required 60. Three Democrats (Fetterman, Cortez Masto, Angus King) voted with Republicans to keep government open. Partisan Framing: Democrats are motivated by hatred of Trump and internal party pressures.

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22:14

BONUS POD: Democrats play Politics w Government Shutdown

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2025/09/30

Impending Shutdown: The country is only “hours away” from a government shutdown, Partisan Blame: The responsibility for the shutdown is Democrats, particularly Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Republican Positioning: Republicans, including Donald Trump, Speaker Johnson, JD Vance, Tom Cotton, and John Thune, are portrayed as wanting a “clean funding extension” (a short-term budget measure) to keep the government open.

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36:50

Schumer Shutdown-What to Expect plus Dem Rhetoric...

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2025/09/29

Michigan Church Attack The discussion opens with news of a violent attack at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Michigan, where a man drove a truck into the building, opened fire, killed four people, injured ten, and set the church on fire. The speakers frame the attack as part of a wider trend of violence against religious institutions, emphasizing hostility toward people of faith. They highlight the quick response of law enforcement, using it to argue against what they see as

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60:40

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Sep 25 2025

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/26

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Radical Leftwing Violence President Donald Trump meets with the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoganand addresses the press on multiple

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17:12

BONUS POD: ICE Detention Center Attacked as Democrats...

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2025/09/25

Dallas ICE Facility Shooting A gunman attacked an ICE detention center in Dallas, leaving one detainee dead and two critically injured. Authorities found bullet casings with anti-ICE messages, suggesting a political/ideological motive. Commentary links the attack to months of Democratic criticism of ICE, claiming that political rhetoric fueled hostility toward agents. Statements from Gavin Newsom, Jasmine Crockett, Michelle Wu, and others are highlighted as comparing ICE to authoritarian

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40:59

Kamala Says Being Gay or Jewish was a Disqualifier...

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2025/09/24

Kamala Harris’s Book Revelations Harris reportedly wrote that she considered Pete Buttigieg as her first choice for VP but decided against him because being both a Black woman and having a gay running mate was “too big of a risk” politically. She also considered Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro but claimed his being Jewish, combined with concerns about protests over Gaza, would hurt enthusiasm within the Democratic Party. Critics in the show frame these choices as

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64:31

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Sep 23 2025

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/23

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Useless UN A sharp critique of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, highlighting the traffic chaos and questioning why

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27:01

BONUS POD: Trump and RFK Jr: Acetaminophen may be...

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2025/09/23

Setting: President Trump held a press conference after attending Charlie Kirk’s funeral, teasing it as a “major announcement” on autism and public health. Main Claim: Trump and RFK Jr. asserted that acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy may be associated with an increased risk of autism in children. Trump directly warned against taking Tylenol while pregnant, except in extreme cases of high fever. Autism Statistics (as presented by Trump): Historical rates cited: 1

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32:14

Charlie Kirk's Memorial-Sparking Revival & Spreading...

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2025/09/22

Main Themes: Grief & Tribute – We mourn the loss of Charlie Kirk, describing him as a friend, husband, and father taken too soon. Revival & Faith – The event was more than a funeral, but rather a catalyst for spiritual revival. Speakers repeatedly stress how millions heard the Gospel and were moved. Forgiveness & Strength – A centerpiece of the podcast is Erica Kirk’s speech, especially her public forgiveness of her husband’s killer, which is framed as

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59:32

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Sep 18 2025

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/18

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Consequence Culture A deep dive into the media firestorm surrounding the suspension of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel following controversial

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15:10

BONUS POD: Trump declares Antifa a Terrorist...

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2025/09/18

Part 1: Antifa Designation Announcement: Former President Donald Trump declared Antifa a major terrorist organization. Context: The declaration followed the reported assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, which Trump and allies framed as evidence of left-wing extremism. Key Points: Antifa is described as a loosely affiliated ideology, not a centralized group. Trump emphasized “following the money” to identify who funds Antifa-related activities. He suggested

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38:15

CNN Insists "Who can tell the Motive?" of Charlie...

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2025/09/17

CNN Debate (WATCH): Cruz defends his decision to appear on CNN, criticizing Collins for interrupting and for what he portrays as partisan framing. He argues against the idea that political violence is equally present on both sides of the spectrum. Media Narratives: The podcast accuses outlets like CNN, MSNBC, and ABC of dishonesty, especially in their coverage of motives behind the assassination. Cruz and Ferguson highlight what they view as selective reporting and propaganda. Released Text

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51:19

Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Sep 16 2025

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/16

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. There is No Unity Vice President JD Vance’s powerful commentary on political violence, delivered while guest-hosting Charlie

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12:48

BONUS POD: 'No One Said Anything' as Warning Signs...

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2025/09/16

Warning Signs Ignored:The suspect allegedly showed multiple warning signs before the shooting, including becoming more political, distancing himself from coworkers during political discussions, and openly expressing intentions to harm Charlie Kirk. Friends, family, and even coworkers reportedly noticed this but may not have taken it seriously. The Shooting & Evidence:After firing the fatal shot, video footage shows the suspect escaping by jumping off a building. Investigators recovered

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40:02

Charlie Kirk's Killer Caught, Assassin has...

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2025/09/15

The Event Charlie Kirk was assassinated by a 22-year-old man named Tyler Robinson after a 33-hour manhunt. Robinson is someone raised conservative but “radicalized to the left.” Details on the Shooter Presented as intelligent (high GPA, ACT scores, scholarship) but later radicalized online and possibly at college. Mentions engraved messages on bullet casings with references to anti-fascism, LGBTQ+ memes, and video game codes. Suggests his roommate was transgender,

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36:08

Remembering our Friend, the Great Charlie Kirk

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2025/09/12

This podcast is a moving tribute that highlights Charlie Kirk’s enduring influence, strong character, and unwavering faith. It emphasizes his vision as a young leader, his courage to speak on college campuses despite opposition, and his ability to engage others with compassion and respect—even those who disagreed with him. We portray him as a man of conviction, deeply devoted to his family, his Christian faith, and his mission to inspire and unite young people around principles of

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56:57

BONUS: The Assassination of Charlie Kirk: A Nation...

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/11

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. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Charlie Kirk's Assassination The tragic assassination of conservative activist and Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk. The hosts

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12:14

Charlie Kirk, Turning Point USA Founder, Dead at 31...

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/11

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33:41

Biden Autopen Pardons are Null & Void plus Fighting...

Verdict with Ted Cruz ·

2025/09/10

Biden Pardons & Autopen Controversy The discussion centers on claims that President Joe Biden improperly delegated or failed to personally authorize thousands of pardons and commutations at the end of his presidency. Cruz argues that under the Constitution, only the President can personally make pardon decisions, and if staffers used an autopen without Biden’s direct involvement, those pardons are “null and void.” The conversation highlights concerns about Biden’s

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