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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.

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  • Trump's Iran Address, Pam Bondi Leaving & ActBlue Facing Criminal Liability

    Trump's Iran Address, Pam Bondi Leaving & ActBlue Facing Criminal Liability
    Apr 3 2026
    1. Trump’s National Address on Iran Trump reiterates that preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons has been his position since 2015 and frames current military action as the fulfillment of long‑standing commitments.The address emphasizes: Short‑term, intense military action (“weeks, not months or years”).Severe degradation of Iran’s military capabilities (navy destroyed, air force crippled, missile and drone capacity reduced).Justification for action based on Iran’s rapid missile production, terrorism sponsorship, and threats to the U.S. and allies. The speakers argue that Iran is currently weaker than ever and that acting now avoids greater future casualties. 2. Republican Debate and Public Support There is NO “civil war” among Republicans over Iran, citing polling they claim shows overwhelming GOP support.Critics—especially conservative podcasters opposing intervention—are labeled as marginal and unrepresentative.Trump is framed as consistent rather than opportunistic in his Iran policy. 3. Pam Bondi’s Departure as Attorney General Pam Bondi’s removal as Attorney General is presented as a routine cabinet change rather than a scandal.She is praised for: Crime reductionGang and cartel enforcementTerrorism prosecutionsLower murder and overdose rates The discussion emphasizes the difficulty of leading DOJ and frames her tenure as honorable and successful.Todd Blanche is named acting Attorney General, with Lee Zeldin mentioned as a possible permanent successor. 4. Department of Justice Leadership Context The DOJ is uniquely challenging due to entrenched bureaucracy (“deep state”).Past Attorneys General argue that conflict and burnout are common in the role.Ted Cruz reflects personally on why he chose to remain in the Senate rather than pursue the AG position. 5. ActBlue Investigation and Legal Risk The most consequential domestic political issue discussed is a New York Times report on ActBlue.According to the transcript: ActBlue may have misled Congress about how it vetted donations for foreign money.Internal legal memos warn of potential criminal liability, including “knowing and willful” violations.Several senior ActBlue officials reportedly resigned following the revelation. A DOJ investigation could: Shut down ActBlue entirelySeverely weaken Democratic fundraising before midterm elections ActBlue’s central role in Democratic campaigns and the scale of money involved (billions of dollars) is noted Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  • Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Apr 2 2026

    Bonus: Daily Review with Clay and Buck - Apr 2 2026
    Apr 2 2026
    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. Birthright Citizenship Scam Clay Travis and Buck Sexton discuss President Trump’s national address on Iran. They highlight Trump’s assertion that the military campaign has been highly successful and that Iran will never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. They focus on Trump’s most consequential comment: a two‑to‑three‑week timeline for intensified strikes, paired with ongoing negotiations. The hosts analyze the strategy as classic Trump-style pressure—applying overwhelming force while leaving room for a deal—and predict the conflict will be resolved by early May. They also discuss market reactions, particularly energy prices, predicting oil volatility will calm as shipping lanes stabilize. They also discuss the Supreme Court and the birthright citizenship case, with intense criticism directed at Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson following her questions during oral arguments. Clay and Buck play and analyze a clip in which Jackson compares birthright citizenship to criminal jurisdiction while traveling abroad, calling the analogy legally incoherent and emblematic of deeper concerns about preparation, competence, and judicial philosophy. The hosts argue that Supreme Court justices should represent the very top of the legal profession, and they denounce what they describe as ideological appointment criteria under former President Joe Biden. Buck expands the critique into a broader examination of elite legal education, affirmative action, and merit, contrasting Jackson with Justice Clarence Thomas, whom they praise as a historically significant legal thinker. Both hosts stress that their objections are not personal but institutional, warning that lifetime appointments at the Supreme Court have consequences measured in decades. They argue that poorly reasoned questions and factual errors undermine public trust and diminish the gravity of the Court’s role as the final arbiter of constitutional law. AG Pam Bondi Out Attorney General Pam Bondi has officially been removed from her role by President Donald Trump, following a turbulent stretch marked by the mismanaged “Epstein Files” release and heightened criticism from inside the MAGA base. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton revisit why Bondi’s tenure drew frustration from Trump supporters rather than Democrats, pushing back on a listener claim that her removal was a “scalp” handed to the left. They argue that Bondi’s exit reflects Trump’s effort to tighten his administration ahead of Senate confirmation battles and the rapidly approaching midterms—framing the transition as strategic, not reactive. Clay and Buck detail the emerging shortlist of possible replacements, including EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin, widely rumored as the frontrunner. They also explore alternative names that could instantly stabilize the DOJ and navigate Senate confirmation with ease, such as Sen. Ted Cruz, Sen. Mike Lee, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, Harmeet Dhillon, and interim Deputy AG Todd Blanche. They analyze the political calculus required for each option—particularly red‑state Senate seats that governors could safely fill—and even speculate on whether the Attorney General role could be used as a power‑balancing move in internal Republican conflicts, such as the GOP civil war unfolding in Texas. Throughout the discussion, they emphasize that Trump is not “panicking” but rather strengthening his cabinet while timing and Senate control still allow significant personnel changes. Hollywood Freefall Legal strategist Katie Zachariah weighs in on the removal of former Attorney General Pam Bondi and the question of who should be President Donald Trump’s next pick to lead the DOJ. Zachariah strongly backs Todd Blanche, praising his loyalty to Trump during the post‑presidency legal battles and arguing that his willingness to risk his career for the president proves he has the toughness and credibility required for the role. The discussion broadens into California Democratic politics, particularly speculation that the DOJ leadership change could expose renewed scrutiny of Congressman Eric Swalwell, including past allegations connected to a Chinese spy and questions about his residency. Zachariah argues that the Democratic Party lacks a deep bench in California, suggesting candidates like Swalwell and Katie Porter reflect broader party weakness as the state faces fiscal decline, population loss, and policy failure. Clay and Buck sharply criticize the idea of Swalwell as a potential governor, framing California as a case study in one‑party rule and systemic ...
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  • BONUS POD: Trump Addresses War in Iran & Delivers Epic Fury Speech to the American People

    BONUS POD: Trump Addresses War in Iran & Delivers Epic Fury Speech to the American People
    Apr 2 2026
    1. Military Success and Momentum The President asserts that Operation Epic Fury is not only successful but “dominating.”Officials claim objectives are nearing completion within weeks, not months.The operation is historic in scale, intensity, and effectiveness. 2. Objective 1: Neutralizing Iran’s Missile and Drone Threat Ballistic missile and drone attacks are claimed to be down approximately 90%.Over 11,000 U.S. strikes inside Iran are reported.More than 66% of Iran’s missile, drone, and naval production facilities are said to be destroyed or disabled.The U.S. claims total air dominance, with ongoing hourly strike operations. 3. Objective 2: Destruction of Iran’s Navy Over 150 Iranian vessels are claimed destroyed, including 44 mine‑laying ships.92% of Iran’s largest naval ships are reportedly eliminated.Iran is described as having lost all ability to project naval power.The Iranian navy is labeled “combat ineffective.”The operation is described as the largest naval destruction in a short period since World War II.Securing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint, remains a central priority. 4. Objective 3: Defeating Iranian‑Backed Proxy Forces Iranian proxy groups are described as barely resisting.The balance of power in the region is portrayed as having shifted decisively against Iran. 5. Objective 4: Preventing an Iranian Nuclear Weapon The President reiterates a long‑held stance that Iran will never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.Nuclear facilities are claimed to have been obliterated using B‑2 bombers.Sites are said to be under constant satellite surveillance, with warnings of immediate retaliation if rebuilding is attempted. 6. Rejection of Prior U.S. Policy (Obama Era) The President strongly criticizes the Iran nuclear deal, calling it disastrous.He emphasizes terminating the deal as a defining achievement.Past leadership is characterized as weak and unwilling to confront known threats. 7. Strait of Hormuz and Global Energy Pressure The President calls on other oil‑dependent nations to take responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz.Suggests those nations: Protect the passage themselvesBuy oil from the United States Claims Iran’s disruption of oil shipping caused short‑term gasoline price increases.Asserts the U.S. economy is prepared to absorb these shocks.Predicts oil and gas prices will fall once the conflict ends. 8. Warning of Escalation if No Deal Is Reached The President warns that if no agreement is made: Iran’s electric power grid could be targeted simultaneously.Oil infrastructure has been deliberately spared so far, but could be destroyed. Claims Iran’s air defenses and radar systems are completely eliminated.Emphasizes total U.S. military superiority: “We have all the cards, they have none.” 9. Human Cost and Closing Message The President honors 13 U.S. service members killed during the operation.Frames their deaths as sacrifices to prevent a nuclear‑armed Iran for future generations.Concludes that Operation Epic Fury is a resounding military triumph, despite media skepticism. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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I've read Ted Cruz two most recent books and listened to several of his podcasts. He is a very intelligent man. He is an attorney who has argued cases in front of the Supreme Court and a Republican US Senator from Texas. His podcast gives you an inside look at what's going on in our nation with news you won't hear on mainstream media/propaganda companies like CNN or MSNBC.

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