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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: SAVE Act Showdown: Voter ID Battle, 2030 Census Fight & DHS Funding Standoff

    The Truth with Lisa Boothe: SAVE Act Showdown: Voter ID Battle, 2030 Census Fight & DHS Funding Standoff
    Feb 12 2026

    The fight over election integrity is back in the spotlight.

    In this episode, Lisa sits down with Congressman Abe Hamadeh to break down the renewed push for the SAVE Act—now backed by President Trump and expanded to include voter ID requirements. With polling showing overwhelming public support for voter ID, why has the issue become so politically explosive?

    We dive into:

    • What the SAVE (Save America) Act actually does

    • Why Democrats are calling it “voter suppression”

    • The 2030 Census battle and whether illegal immigrants should be counted

    • Redistricting, Electoral College shifts, and the future political map

    • Deportation efforts and the broader immigration debate

    • Midterm messaging challenges for Republicans

    • Affordability, economic polling, and perception vs. policy

    • The DHS funding fight and what a shutdown could mean for ICE, TSA, and the Coast Guard

    From election security to census power plays and federal funding brinkmanship, this episode unpacks the high-stakes battles shaping the road to the midterms—and beyond.

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  • Verdict with Ted Cruz: Detailed Prediction: Trump's Tariffs before the Supreme Court-What's Going to Happen

    Verdict with Ted Cruz: Detailed Prediction: Trump's Tariffs before the Supreme Court-What's Going to Happen
    Feb 12 2026
    In the latest episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson provide a comprehensive analysis of Trump v. V.O.S. Selections, the Supreme Court case examining whether President Trump lawfully imposed tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The decision—expected soon—has significant implications for executive power, congressional authority, and U.S. trade policy. How the Tariff Dispute Reached the Supreme Court President Trump imposed over $133 billion in tariffs after invoking IEEPA, which authorizes the President to regulate importation during a declared national emergency. However, the statute never explicitly mentions “tariffs,” prompting small‑business plaintiffs to challenge Trump’s interpretation. Two major legal doctrines frame the dispute: 1. The Non‑Delegation Principle This constitutional principle limits how much lawmaking power Congress can delegate to the executive branch. The plaintiffs argue that Congress cannot silently pass tariff‑imposing power to the President without explicit, narrow instructions—especially since tariffs constitute taxation. 2. The Major Questions Doctrine Under this doctrine, the Supreme Court requires clear authorization from Congress whenever the executive branch seeks to act on issues of vast economic or political significance. Because tariffs reshape international trade, markets, and consumer costs, plaintiffs contend that IEEPA lacks the specificity required for such sweeping action. Cruz emphasizes that the core tension lies between Congress’s Article I taxing authority and the President’s Article II foreign‑policy powers. How the Supreme Court Approached the Case During Oral Arguments Senator Cruz provides a justice‑by‑justice breakdown, interpreting each line of questioning based on long‑observed judicial patterns. Chief Justice John Roberts Roberts framed the issue squarely around taxation, questioning who bears the cost of tariffs and whether the executive can impose them without undermining Congress’s constitutional role. Cruz notes Roberts’ skepticism but predicts institutional caution will guide his final vote. Justice Elena Kagan Kagan centered her analysis on delegation and raised concerns about granting the President unlimited tariff authority without explicit statutory limits. She argued that tariffs are “quintessential taxing powers,” reserved for Congress. Justices Neil Gorsuch & Amy Coney Barrett Both raised concerns about the breadth of presidential emergency authority: Gorsuch asked what limits would remain if the President could impose tariffs for virtually any asserted foreign threat.Barrett questioned why Congress did not explicitly authorize tariffs if it intended to delegate that power. Cruz suggests these two justices represent the most likely conservative defections. Justice Brett Kavanaugh Kavanaugh emphasized historical precedent supporting broad congressional delegations in foreign affairs. He pointed to cases affirming significant executive discretion in regulating foreign commerce. Justices Clarence Thomas & Samuel Alito Thomas focused on historical practice, noting that tariffs have long been tools of regulating foreign trade. Alito highlighted reliance interests, questioning what would happen to the billions already collected if the Court invalidated the tariffs. Cruz’s Prediction: A 5–4 Decision Upholding Trump’s Tariffs Cruz predicts the Supreme Court will uphold Trump’s authority by a 5–4 margin, with Chief Justice Roberts likely writing the majority opinion. Probable majority coalition: Chief Justice RobertsJustice ThomasJustice AlitoJustice KavanaughJustice Barrett or Justice Gorsuch Cruz argues that the Court will ultimately avoid upending foreign policy mechanisms that are already deeply embedded in U.S. diplomacy. He compares this to Roberts’ decision in the Affordable Care Act case, where institutional stability outweighed abstract legal objections. What the Ruling Means for Presidential Power and Trade Policy A ruling upholding Trump’s tariffs would expand the President’s practical leverage in trade negotiations. Cruz highlights several successful examples of Trump’s tariff strategy, including forcing Mexico to honor a decades‑old water‑treaty obligation critical to Texas. Even if the Court rules against Trump under IEEPA, Cruz notes that the President could rely on alternative statutory authorities: Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962Section 201 of the Trade Act of 1974 Thus, the decision will shape—but not eliminate—the President’s ability to influence trade policy. Political and Strategic Implications Ben Ferguson stresses the political stakes: A win would validate Trump’s trade strategy and undercut critics who predicted economic harm. A loss, though a legal setback, would not cut off the administration’s ability to impose tariffs using other ...
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  • Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Feb 12 2026

    Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Feb 12 2026
    Feb 12 2026
    Melting ICE? The Trump administration’s announcement—reinforced by Tom Homan—that Minnesota’s ICE surge operation is being scaled down after a “mission accomplished” style success. Clay and Buck outline how Minneapolis quietly reached a handshake agreement to reverse sanctuary style resistance and begin alerting ICE when violent illegal immigrants are taken into custody, a major policy pivot after years of non cooperation. The hosts warn that activist “street harpies,” Antifa aligned groups, and left wing organizers may try to replicate Minneapolis’s obstruction tactics in other liberal cities. They also dive deep into the political consequences, arguing that Tim Walz’s political career is effectively over, and preview competitive 2026 races—especially the Minnesota Senate race, where Michelle Tafoya trails by just a few points. MASA: Make America Smart Again A major interview featuring U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, who outlines several key initiatives aimed at reshaping American education during the lead up to America’s 250th anniversary. A major focus of the conversation is the newly launched Presidential 1776 Award, a national civics and history competition created to reverse declining historical literacy among young Americans. McMahon explains that students will take a 90 minute “Impossible Test” of 4,000 rapid fire questions, advancing through three rounds for scholarships of up to $150,000. Clay and Buck enthusiastically offer to take the test themselves—joking about challenging media figures—and highlight how this effort aligns with a broader push to revive foundational American history. The interview expands into President Trump’s education reform strategy, which aims to return educational authority to the states by dismantling federal bureaucracy and moving Department of Education functions to other agencies. McMahon emphasizes that despite more than $3 trillion spent since the Department’s creation in 1980, national test scores have declined—proving that centralized control has failed. She highlights the “Mississippi Miracle,” where the state dramatically boosted literacy by reinstating phonics based “science of reading” instruction, prompting other states to adopt similar reforms. She also discusses school innovation across the country—from classical academies to AI driven models like Austin’s Alpha School—and her goal of producing a best practices toolkit for all fifty states. The hour then pivots sharply to controversial school protests in Minneapolis, where staff and administrators walked out during political demonstrations, prompting criticism that public schools behave as “shock troops” for far left activism. McMahon signals that such closures could invite federal investigation or funding consequences, especially given Minnesota’s already weak academic performance. Clay and Buck follow with a broader critique of America’s K–12 system—calling it a glorified daycare model that prioritizes union demands over student outcomes—while advocating for parental empowerment, school choice, and more flexible education pathways. Another Trans Shooter A major conversation on rising violence involving transgender-identifying shooters, sparked by news of a British Columbia mass shooting. The hosts link this to previous attacks in Minneapolis and Nashville, arguing that the media and police distort facts by prioritizing preferred pronouns over biological accuracy. The transcript includes an extended critique of mental health issues, hormonal drugs, and the cultural narrative that non affirmation constitutes “genocide,” which the hosts argue contributes to radicalization among vulnerable individuals. They highlight the police’s admission that the Canadian shooter was biologically male, despite earlier claims of “female,” and examine concerns about public safety, media bias, and political correctness. Jesse Kelly Hangs With Us Jesse Kelly, host of The Jesse Kelly Show and author of the newly released Jesse’s Little Red Book opens the hour with their signature banter—roasting each other’s haircuts, mustaches, and Super Bowl party choices—before diving into deeper political and cultural issues shaping the country under President Donald Trump. A major segment centers on Jesse Kelly’s new book, which he describes as a free, 93 page collection of his insights on politics, culture, party dynamics, and even food. From there, the hosts pivot into a fiery discussion of the Jeffrey Epstein hearings, expressing frustration that self identified victims continue holding press events without naming alleged abusers. The conversation compares the situation to the trajectory of the Me Too movement, arguing that legitimate victim advocacy has been diluted by performative claims, opportunism, and media manipulation. The political analysis intensifies as the hosts look ahead to Election 2026, with Jesse predicting that ...
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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.

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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!!

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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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