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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 PAC plans to donate to conservative candidates running for Congress and help the Republican Party across the nation.

Verdict with Ted Cruz

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Economic Agenda
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 • Promises of 
major tax relief • starting in 2026: 
 • No tax on tips, overtime, and Social Security for most Americans.
 • Projected savings: $11,000–$20,000 per family annually.
 • Anticipated 
largest tax refund season ever • next spring.
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 • Emphasis on 
record investment inflows • , job creation, and tariff leverage.
 • Goal: “Greatest economy in history.”
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Military Support
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 • Announcement of a 
$1,776 “Warrior Dividend” • for 1.45 million service members as a symbolic tribute to 1776.
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Healthcare Reform
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 • Affordable Care Act (“Unaffordable Care Act”).
 • Promise to redirect funds from insurance companies to individuals for better, cheaper coverage.
 • Future reductions in drug prices via the 
Trump RX Program • .
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Immigration and Border Security
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 • Trump condemned prior administration’s immigration policies.
 • there WAS a border invasion with criminal elements.
 • A vow to maintain strict enforcement and prevent recurrence.
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Housing and Cost of Living
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 • Plans for 
aggressive housing reforms • to improve affordability.
 • Links high housing costs to illegal immigration and promises relief.
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Foreign Policy
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 • Highlighted diplomatic progress and reduced global tensions.
 • Positioned the U.S. as regaining international leadership.
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Future Outlook
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 • Preview of 2026 initiatives: 
 • Expanded energy production.
 • Lower interest rates via new Federal Reserve leadership.
 • Continued focus on affordability and economic growth.
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BONUS POD: Trump Outlines Vision for America’s Future w Economic Boom coming in 2026

1. Foiled Terror Attack in Los Angeles
 
 Incident: • FBI arrested five suspects allegedly planning coordinated New Year’s Eve bombings in Los Angeles.
 Group: • Identified as the 
Turtle Island Liberation Front • , described as a radical pro-Palestinian, anti-American extremist group.
 Details: • 
 • Planned attacks using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at five locations.
 • Four suspects arrested in Lucerne Valley while testing bomb components; a fifth arrested in New Orleans.
 • Materials included potassium nitrate, PVC pipes, sulfur powder, and charcoal.
 • 
 Ideology: • Anti-U.S., pro-Palestinian, anti-law enforcement; Instagram posts included “Death to America” and “Free Palestine.”
 
2. DOJ and FBI Emails on Mar-a-Lago Raid
 
 Revelation: • Internal FBI emails show agents doubted probable cause for the August 2022 raid on Trump’s residence.
 Concerns: • 
 • Evidence was “single source, uncorroborated, and possibly outdated.”
 • FBI suggested less intrusive alternatives, like negotiating with Trump’s attorneys.
 • DOJ officials allegedly dismissed optics concerns, saying they “didn’t give a damn.”
 • 
 Implications: • The raid was politically motivated, intended to damage Trump’s chances of reelection.
 
3. Housing, Immigration, and Economic Policy
 
 Housing Crisis: • Attributes skyrocketing rents and home prices to Biden-era immigration policies, citing a HUD report linking immigration to housing demand.
 Trump’s Deportation Policy: • Claims mass deportations have lowered rents by 1.1% year-over-year and 5.2% since 2022.
 Economic Measures: • Highlights upcoming tax reforms for 2026: 
 • No tax on tips.
 • No tax on overtime.
 • No tax on Social Security for seniors.
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FBI STOPS Anti-American Islamists from Bombing Los Angeles plus Biden DOJ ADMITTED No Probable Cause for Mar-a-lago Raid

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.
 
 
 
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I'm Getting a Bad Vibe
 
Updates on the Brown University shooting, where speculation grows about whether the attack was a politically motivated assassination targeting Ella Cook, a prominent conservative and College Republicans leader on one of the nation’s most left-wing campuses. Buck examines eyewitness reports suggesting the shooter yelled “Allahu Akbar,” raising questions about radical Islamic extremism and why authorities in Providence are withholding key details. He warns of political spin and compares this case to past incidents where officials obscured jihadist motives, such as the Pulse nightclub attack. Buck promotes his upcoming book Manufacturing Delusion, warning about the resurgence of radical Islam and the dangers of silencing truth under the guise of political correctness. 
 
 
 
Bondi Beach Police Response
 
 
 
Buck explores the police response failures during the Bondi attack, highlighting video evidence of officers—particularly female officers—struggling to subdue armed attackers under restrictive use-of-force policies. Buck calls for an honest conversation about physical realities in law enforcement and the dangers of politically driven policing standards. Buck also investigates the attackers’ training links to jihadist networks in the southern Philippines, including ISIS affiliates like Abu Sayyaf and BIFF. He explains how these terror groups provide ideological indoctrination and tactical skills, drawing parallels to patterns seen in past plots against U.S. targets. This segment underscores the resurgence of radical Islam and the global spread of jihadist ideology.
 
 
 
The Lost Generation
 
 
 
In a major cultural segment, Buck highlights a Compact Magazine exposé on DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion), arguing that DEI policies have derailed a generation of professionals, lowered standards in elite institutions, and degraded quality in media, publishing, and Hollywood. He explains how diversity hiring became an explicit, racially biased practice that sidelined meritocracy, resulting in declining creativity and institutional prestige.
 
 
 
Name that Terrorist Group
 
 
 
Buck explores the broader terrorism threat landscape, drawing on his experience as a former CIA Counterterrorism Center analyst. He argues that radical Islam remains a unique global security challenge, contrasting it with other religions and dismantling the narrative around “Islamophobia.” This segment includes a candid discussion on why media and political elites downplay Islamist violence while exaggerating right-wing extremism.
 
 
 
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Extra: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Dec 16 2025

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Crime Data Manipulation in Washington, D.C.
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 • Investigations by the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the House Oversight Committee revealed that crime statistics were deliberately misclassified by the Metropolitan Police Department.
 • The outgoing police chief, Pamela Smith, allegedly pressured commanders to report lower crime figures, downgrade serious offenses, and even retaliated against those who tried to report accurate data.
 • These actions created a “culture of fear” within the department, undermining public trust. While the conduct did not lead to criminal charges, it raised serious concerns about transparency and governance.
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Fentanyl Classified as a Weapon of Mass Destruction
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 • Former President Trump signed an executive order categorizing fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, citing its catastrophic impact on American lives.
 • The order frames fentanyl as a national security threat, aligning it with nuclear and chemical weapons, and authorizes expanded measures against drug cartels.
 • This initiative is part of a broader military and policy campaign targeting narcotics trafficking, including naval operations and sanctions against Venezuela’s leadership accused of narco-terrorism.
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BONUS POD: DC Police Chief accused of ‘Cooking the Books’ on Crime plus Trump Classifies Fentanyl as a WMD

Tragic events highlighted • 
 Rob Reiner & spouse killed • in Los Angeles, allegedly by their son, who reportedly struggled with addiction and mental illness; attribution is said to be from “People magazine,” with police not yet confirming details.
 Brown University shooting: 2 dead, 9 injured in an economics exam-prep class; a suspect was later found at a hotel south of Providence; motive and affiliation are described as unknown at the time of recording. Australia shooting (Bondi Beach): 16 dead, 40 injured; allegedly conducted by a father–son pair targeting a Hanukkah gathering; the hosts frame this as clearly motivated by anti-Semitism.
 Sen. Chris Murphy was some how linking the Brown University shooting to Donald Trump on CNN. Democrats use tragedies to push gun control and allegedly “justify violence,” contrasted with Trump preventing violence by arresting and deporting criminals/terrorists.
 References to post–Oct. 7 protests in Sydney with chants like “Gas the Jews,” used to illustrate the normalization and escalation of anti-Jewish hate. Security & personal safety Open borders, sleeper cells, and insufficient vetting is to blame 
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The Face of Evil: Bondi Beach Massacre & Mass Murder at Brown

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Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Debate
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 • Senator Ted Cruz discusses his decade-long effort to have the Muslim Brotherhood designated as a terrorist organization.
 • Explains legislative strategy shift from a “top-down” global designation to a “bottom-up” affiliate-first approach.
 • Mentions bipartisan support, Trump administration’s executive order, and resistance from State Department officials.
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AI Regulation and U.S.–China Tech Race
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 • AI is the “single most important economic battle” of the 21st century.
 • the AI race is akin to the 1990s Internet revolution, arguing for light-touch regulation to keep America competitive.
 • Trump’s executive order centralizing AI regulatory approvals to prevent fragmented state-level rules.
 • Emphasizes national security implications if China dominates AI development.
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Foreign Influence and Qatar Controversy
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 • Qatar is lobbying U.S. officials, funding anti-American and anti-Semitic propaganda, and hosting Hamas leadership.
 • Concerns have been raised about conservative influencers (including Tucker Carlson) attending Qatar-sponsored events and allegedly promoting propaganda.
 • We list eight tough questions Carlson “should have asked” during his interview with Qatar’s Prime Minister but did not.
 • Carlson is giving “softball interviews” to adversarial leaders (Qatar, Iran, Putin) and undermining U.S. interests.
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Labeling the Muslim Brotherhood, AI needs a Soft Touch plus Cruz Calls Out Carlson & Qatar Week In Review

1. National Security Concerns
 
 • We open with alarming claims that 
18,000 known or suspected terrorists • have entered the U.S. during the Biden administration, allegedly due to lax border security.
 • The source cited is testimony from 
Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center • , during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing.
 • Specific examples include Afghan nationals linked to terrorist organizations who entered under the 
Operation Allies Welcome • program.
 • The conversation emphasizes the risks posed by "got-aways" (migrants who evade border patrol) and criticizes the administration for prioritizing politics over security.
 
2. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and U.S. Leadership
 
 • The second segment focuses on 
President Trump’s executive order • aimed at centralizing AI regulation to prevent fragmented state-level rules.
 • Senator Cruz frames AI as the 
“economic battle of the 21st century” • , comparing it to the U.S. winning the internet race in the 1990s.
 • Whoever leads in AI will shape global values—either 
American principles of liberty • or 
China’s model of surveillance and control • .
 • Trump’s remarks highlight the need for a 
single federal approval system • to accelerate AI development and maintain U.S. dominance.
 
3. Designating the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization
 
 • Senator Cruz advocates for legislation to 
designate the Muslim Brotherhood and its affiliates as terrorist organizations • .
 • He explains a shift from a 
top-down approach • (targeting the global organization) to a 
bottom-up strategy • (starting with affiliates like Hamas).
 • The discussion notes bipartisan support but criticizes the House for weakening the bill.
 • Cruz stresses that allies such as 
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE • have already designated the group as a terrorist organization.
 
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DEMS Let 18K Terrorists into America plus Trump Leads on AI & Moving to Designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization

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Buck Flying Solo
 
 
 
The discussion opens with the economic outlook under President Donald Trump’s second term, emphasizing persistent affordability issues and inflationary pressures that remain despite strong stock market performance. Buck highlights the lingering impact of COVID-era shutdowns and stimulus spending, noting that prices for essentials like housing, healthcare, and education remain high. He cites recent trade deficit improvements as evidence of Trump’s “America First” trade policies and tariff strategy, while warning that Democrats will weaponize price discontent in upcoming elections. Insights from former SEC Chair Jay Clayton on the 22% price surge under Biden, framing affordability as the defining economic challenge. Buck stresses that Republicans must go beyond blaming Biden-era inflation and articulate clear solutions, including boosting supply and efficiency rather than resorting to destructive price controls—a policy he compares to Venezuela’s economic collapse.
 
 
 
The Unaffordable Care Act
 
 
 
Buck also addresses healthcare policy battles, revealing dueling Senate bills on Obamacare subsidies and criticizing Democrats’ push to extend Affordable Care Act provisions, which he argues have made healthcare far less affordable. He warns that rising premiums and taxpayer-funded coverage for illegal immigrants remain underreported but critical issues. Buck calls for unity on the right, rejecting intramural squabbles and urging focus on core priorities: fixing costs, securing the border, and countering media misinformation. He promotes his upcoming book Manufacturing Delusion, which explores propaganda and political manipulation, framing it as essential reading for understanding today’s ideological battles.
 
 
 
The Truth About Immigration
 
 
 
Buck Sexton leads a candid discussion on the breaking news that a federal judge has ordered the release of Ilmar Abrego Garcia, an alleged MS-13 gang member previously detained by ICE. This controversial ruling sparks debate about the legal wrangling surrounding deportations, the Supreme Court’s involvement, and the Trump administration’s efforts to treat MS-13 as a foreign terrorist organization.
 
 
 
Buck frames the immigration crisis as a systemic failure spanning decades, criticizing both Democrats and establishment Republicans for enabling what he calls a “third-world invasion.” He cites expert commentary from Steven Miller, who argues that unchecked immigration impacts every major policy issue—from education and healthcare to crime and the federal deficit. Miller’s analysis underscores how subtracting illegal immigration from these metrics would dramatically improve outcomes, revealing the hidden costs of current policies.
 
 
 
We Have to Draw a Line
 
 
 
The conversation expands to Trump’s stance on merit-based immigration, including his blunt remarks about prioritizing immigrants from high-functioning countries like Norway and Denmark over those from unstable regions plagued by crime and terrorism. Buck explores the cultural implications of mass migration, questioning whether America can maintain its identity amid tens of millions of illegal immigrants—estimated at 20 to 30 million today. He warns that Democrats’ push for amnesty and open borders could permanently alter the nation’s political and social fabric.
 
 
 
Listeners hear Buck dismantle common pro-immigration narratives, challenging the notion that assimilation is automatic. He points to examples in Europe, where large migrant populations have resisted integration, fueling crime and cultural clashes. Buck emphasizes that shared language, law, and culture are essential for national unity, advocating for stronger enforcement and a slowdown in immigration to preserve American values.
 
 
 
The hour also touches on DHS Secretary Noem’s testimony on Capitol Hill, where she defends Trump’s immigration policies against Democratic attacks. Buck critiques media coverage, particularly CNN’s framing of the issue, and calls for honesty about historical immigration patterns and their consequences. He argues that America’s foreign-born population has reached unsustainable levels, making assimilation and economic stability increasingly difficult. 
 
 
 
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Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Dec 11 2025

U.S. authorities • , including the Coast Guard, FBI, Homeland Security, and Navy, seized the tanker in a coordinated operation. Video footage of the boarding was released publicly.
 Official Justification: • The seizure was based on violations of U.S. sanctions and links to illicit oil networks supporting sanctioned entities, including Iran.
 Venezuelan Reaction: • The Maduro government condemned the action as “international piracy” and a violation of sovereignty, vowing to raise the issue in international forums.
 Geopolitical Impact: • The incident escalated U.S.-Venezuela tensions, contributed to rising global oil prices, and raised questions about potential military escalation.
 Media Coverage: • CNN and Fox News-while some portray the move as controversial, analysts argue it is consistent with past U.S. actions against Iranian oil tankers.
 
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BONUS :POD: Trump Teases ‘Other Things Happening’ After Bold Tanker Seizure

1. European Union vs. Elon Musk and Free Speech
 
 • The EU fined Elon Musk’s platform 
X (formerly Twitter) • $140 million under the 
Digital Services Act (DSA) • for failing to comply with transparency and moderation requirements.
 • Ben and the Senator argue this is an attack on free speech, claiming the EU wants to impose censorship globally, including on American platforms.
 • They highlight a letter from the EU in August 2024 urging Musk to censor content related to Donald Trump’s interview, framing it as an attempt to silence political discourse.
 • The discussion emphasizes the contrast between U.S. First Amendment protections and Europe’s regulatory approach, warning of potential ripple effects on American free speech.
 • There’s a call for the Trump administration to retaliate with sanctions against the EU, such as tariffs, to prevent foreign influence on U.S. speech norms.
 
2. Tucker Carlson’s Ties to Qatar
 
 • Tucker Carlson’s visit to Qatar, where he interviewed the Prime Minister during the Doha Forum.
 • Ben and Senator Cruz criticize Carlson for allegedly failing to ask tough questions about Qatar’s: 
 • Support for 
Hamas • and the 
Muslim Brotherhood • .
 • Funding of anti-American and anti-Semitic propaganda, including protests on U.S. campuses.
 • Lobbying efforts in Washington and influence campaigns targeting conservative figures.
 • Restrictive policies on women’s rights.
 • 
 • They express concern over Carlson reportedly buying property in Qatar, framing it as aligning with a regime hostile to U.S. interests.
 • The commentary portrays Carlson as sympathetic to authoritarian leaders (similar to his interviews with Putin and Iran’s president), undermining American values and Trump’s foreign policy.
 
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