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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show

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The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.

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  • The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Oil Price Shock: Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette on Iran War, Global Oil Markets, and America’s Energy Future

    The Truth with Lisa Boothe: Oil Price Shock: Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette on Iran War, Global Oil Markets, and America’s Energy Future
    Mar 10 2026

    How is the war with Iran impacting global oil prices—and could the Strait of Hormuz trigger the next energy crisis? In this episode, Lisa sits down with former U.S. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette to break down the extreme volatility in the oil markets, the risks facing global shipping, and how energy traders are trying to price uncertainty during a geopolitical conflict.

    Brouillette explains why oil prices surged from the mid-$70s to $120 in just hours, how the Trump administration’s proposed $20 billion tanker insurance backstop could stabilize shipments through the Strait of Hormuz, and why the Strategic Petroleum Reserve is at a dangerously low level. He also reflects on how deregulation during the Trump administration helped make the United States a net energy exporter and what that means for energy security today.

    The conversation also explores the global implications of bringing Venezuelan oil back into the market, China’s reliance on discounted energy, and how geopolitical shifts could reshape the world’s energy supply. Plus, Brouillette discusses the massive power demand coming from AI and data centers, why nuclear energy may be the key to meeting future electricity needs, and how cybersecurity and quantum computing could transform energy infrastructure.

    Topics covered include:

    • Why oil prices are swinging wildly during the Iran conflict

    • The strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz

    • Trump’s tanker insurance plan and global shipping risks

    • The state of the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve

    • Energy independence and deregulation under the Trump administration

    • Venezuelan oil and China’s discounted energy supply

    • The massive energy demand from AI and data centers

    • Why nuclear power could be critical for America’s energy future

    A must-listen for anyone following energy markets, geopolitics, oil prices, and the future of global energy security.

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  • Verdict with Ted Cruz: Big Victories in Iran, More Risks of Terrorism at Home and Tucker & Dems Both Attack Trump

    Verdict with Ted Cruz: Big Victories in Iran, More Risks of Terrorism at Home and Tucker & Dems Both Attack Trump
    Mar 10 2026
    America at a Crossroads: How Operation Epic Fury, Rising Terror Threats, Democratic Obstruction, and Media Propaganda Define This Moment As the world watches Operation Epic Fury reshape the balance of power in the Middle East, Americans at home face rising terror threats, political gamesmanship in Washington, and a media environment increasingly aligned with anti‑American narratives. The latest episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz captures this moment with striking clarity, weaving together the military, political, and cultural battles that define America’s fight for security both abroad and at home. What emerges is a sobering but empowering picture: America is winning where it shows strength — and suffering where weakness is politically engineered. Operation Epic Fury: Crushing Iran’s War Machine and Reasserting American Dominance Senator Ted Cruz opens the episode with the hard numbers that tell the story: Iran’s offensive capabilities are collapsing under sustained, strategic U.S. pressure. In just eight days: Ballistic missile launches fell from 350 to just 15 per dayDrone swarms dropped from peak 541 to only 12Iran’s air defenses have been neutralizedMobile missile launchers are destroyed in real timeThe Iranian Navy has been crippled The U.S. has achieved total air superiority and full maritime dominance in the Persian Gulf. This is not a symbolic show of force — it is the systematic dismantling of a regime that has funded terrorism for nearly half a century. President Trump’s strategy is working because it is disciplined: Use precision weapons early to blind and cripple Iranian defensesTransition to gravity bombs once dominance is securedCut off Iran’s financial lifelinesDemand unconditional surrender The result: Iran’s ability to wage war or fund terrorism is fading fast. And beyond Iran itself, Operation Epic Fury delivers a powerful check on China by securing energy chokepoints critical to Beijing’s economy — a geopolitical masterstroke the mainstream media refuses to acknowledge. Rising Terror Threats at Home: The Real Consequences of Open Borders While U.S. forces dismantle Iran’s capabilities abroad, Americans face growing threats at home from extremist actors emboldened by years of open‑border policies under the Biden administration. The episode cites two recent and chilling examples: A dangerous IED attack in New York CityAn Islamist‑motivated assault in Austin, where the attacker wore pro‑Iranian symbols Yet the media suppressed key details — especially that attackers shouted “Allahu Akbar” and displayed Iranian extremist ideology. When facts interfere with political narratives, the media buries them. Senator Cruz makes the core point clearly:These extremists are here because Democrats opened the border and kept it open. With Islamist leaders issuing fatwas calling for attacks on Americans, the Biden-era border collapse is not merely negligent — it is dangerous. Democrats’ DHS Shutdown: Political Theater with Deadly Stakes One of the most stunning sections of the episode centers on the Democratic Party’s refusal to fund the Department of Homeland Security. Every Democrat except John Fetterman voted against DHS funding. Their target? ICE — or so they claim. The truth?ICE is fully funded because Republicans secured its budget last year. So who is being punished in the shutdown? TSA agents, now working unpaidFEMA workers, responsible for disaster responseThe Coast Guard, whose servicemembers can't pay rentCounterterror units, critical during a time of heightened risk This isn’t resistance — it’s recklessness. Democrats know their base hates ICE, wants open borders, and demands symbolic activism. So they chose to defund the very agencies that protect Americans while pretending to “fight” ICE. Senator Cruz calls it what it is:A radical political game endangering Americans during a terror surge. Exposing the Obama–Murphy Nuclear Deal Lies One of the episode’s most powerful takedowns comes as Senator Cruz dismantles Senator Chris Murphy’s claims about the Obama-era Iran Nuclear Deal. Murphy insisted the deal “was working,” that inspections were “daily,” and that Trump “caused the crisis.” Cruz responds with facts: The deal allowed no inspections at key military sites like FordowIran was allowed to self-certify complianceSunset clauses guaranteed Iran nuclear capability within 15 yearsObama picked Wendy Sherman — who previously negotiated the failed North Korea deal that created a nuclear dictatorship The Obama deal wasn’t diplomacy — it was appeasement. Trump was right to tear it up, and Operation Epic Fury’s success proves it. Tucker Carlson’s Radical Turn: When Isolationism Becomes Anti‑American Propaganda In a surprising twist, the episode turns to Tucker Carlson — once considered a leading conservative voice. Carlson’s recent commentary on Iran included the shocking claim that “unconditional surrender ...
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  • Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Mar 10 2026

    Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Mar 10 2026
    Mar 10 2026
    Iran Endgame Clay and Buck open the hour analyzing remarks from Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, who describes increasingly intense American airstrikes and the destruction of Iranian missile sites, naval assets, and military infrastructure. President Donald Trump’s comments from an event in Doral underscore the scope of the operation, with Trump highlighting that U.S. forces have struck thousands of targets and sunk dozens of Iranian naval vessels. This leads the hosts into a broader conversation about the endgame in Iran—specifically the uncertainty over who might take power if the regime collapses and whether the U.S. or Israel has viable contacts who could help stabilize the country. Questions arise about whether any Iranian political figures could work with the West, even discreetly, and whether the U.S. intends to pursue regime change or simply force strategic concessions. The discussion shifts toward the economic consequences of the conflict, particularly the dramatic price fluctuations in global oil markets. Clay notes that oil surged to $120 per barrel before rapidly falling to around $85, emphasizing how the United States’ role as the world’s top oil and gas producer provides a buffer against global shocks. The hosts contrast this national strength with states like California, which has severely limited oil and gas production despite having abundant resources. They argue that nationwide energy independence—driven largely by fracking—has dramatically reduced the geopolitical leverage of petro‑dictator states like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela. Michael Whatley Must Win Senate candidate Michael Watley of North Carolina joins to lay out why he believes his race will become the most expensive Senate contest in American history, with more than $600 million expected to pour into the state. Watley contrasts his platform with Democrat Roy Cooper’s record on crime, taxes, immigration enforcement, and cultural issues, arguing that Cooper repeatedly vetoed legislation aimed at keeping violent illegal immigrants out of North Carolina and supported policies allowing biological males into women’s sports and locker rooms. He highlights the massive federal recovery effort after Hurricane Helene, crediting Trump‑aligned leadership for billions in rebuilding investments across western North Carolina. Watley emphasizes that suburban, college‑educated independent voters—particularly those concerned about inflation, housing affordability, and public safety—will determine the outcome of the race, which historically has been decided by razor‑thin margins. Watley lays out pro‑growth policies he hopes to implement in the Senate, including extending Trump’s middle‑class tax cuts, eliminating taxes on overtime, tips, and Social Security, and pursuing regulatory and trade reforms designed to strengthen manufacturing, small businesses, and farms. He notes skyrocketing housing costs across the state and previews an upcoming meeting with federal housing officials aimed at increasing supply, lowering prices, expanding first‑time homebuyer access, and reducing interest rate pressure. Clay and Buck underscore how these affordability issues have become decisive for independent voters in states experiencing rapid population growth. Nothing is Impossible Shannon Bream, Chief Legal Correspondent at the Fox News Channel, nerds out with Clay and Buck over several high‑stakes Supreme Court cases expected in the coming months. She details upcoming rulings on redistricting, race‑based gerrymandering, and executive power, noting that the timing of decisions could influence how states draw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms. The conversation expands to unresolved tariff‑refund disputes created by recent court rulings and the Supreme Court’s stalled investigation into the Dobbs leak, which she says produced no identified culprit and may be difficult to reopen. Clay and Buck also ask about speculation that aging justices like Samuel Alito might retire while Trump still controls Senate confirmations, though Bream says there are no signs of imminent departures. She also talked about her new book out today: “Nothing is Impossible with God: Eleven Heroes. One God. Endless Lessons in Overcoming”. Suspicious Packages Breaking news emerges as Clay and Buck monitor reports of suspicious packages near Gracie Mansion in New York City following a series of politically charged protests. Clay and Buck highlight how rising tensions around radicalism, counter‑protests, and public safety are shaping the national conversation. This leads into a blistering critique of CNN’s framing of an incident involving homemade bombs thrown outside the home of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The hosts argue that CNN’s softened, narrative‑driven portrayal of the suspects reveals deep cultural bias within the network’s editorial process, reinforcing their long‑held belief that CNN’s institutional ...
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Clay and Buck are great for America. We all miss Rush but we still need common sense in an insane world.

Hey Audible, why'd you cut it of dhort

Great show as usual

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If you want the truth and the whole story then you should listen to this.

Clay and Buck rock.

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I have listened to Rush for nearly 33 years and hoping for another 33!!! Praying for you!!

Long Live Rush!

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Great job guys!! I sure miss Rush but you both lighten the pain! Keep up the good work!!

I LOVE THE USA!!

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I love your show you all fill in great for Rush L. keep up the great job

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