Verdict with Ted Cruz

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1. Prescription Drug Pricing Reform The first part of the podcast discusses a policy initiative aimed at reducing the cost of prescription drugs in the United States. Key points include: "Most Favored Nation" Pricing : The U.S. would pay the lowest price available globally for prescription drugs, matching the lowest price paid by any other country. Examples of Price Disparities : Our podcast cites...

🏫 Massive School Choice Victory in Texas & National Opportunity Key Highlights: Historic Legislation in Texas : Texas passed the largest and most comprehensive school choice program in the U.S., allocating $1 billion for Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) . These accounts provide up to $11,000 per student , and up to $30,000 for students with disabilities , allowing parents to choose the best...

Harvard's Use of Tax Dollars : Discussion on Harvard's controversial practices, including rewarding students who targeted Jewish students. Examination of the Harvard Law Review's selection process, which allegedly discriminates based on race and affirmative action policies. Defunding NPR and PBS : President's executive order to end taxpayer subsidies for NPR and PBS due to their perceived partisan...

Historic Election of an American Pope : Cardinal Robert Francis Privos of Chicago has been elected as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, marking the first time an American has ascended to the papacy. The hosts discuss the significance of this event for both the Catholic Church and the United States. Criticism of Bernie Sanders and Private Jet Use : Bernie Sanders is criticized for using...

1. Operation Restore Justice Background : The document criticizes the Biden administration for allegedly ignoring child exploitation issues, contrasting it with the Trump administration's proactive stance. Operation Details : Led by Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Caspittel, Operation Restore Justice targeted child sex predators across the U.S. Results : Over five days, 205 individuals...

Supreme Court Decision on Transgender Military Ban : The Supreme Court allowed President Trump's ban on transgender individuals serving in the military to go into effect with a 6-3 decision. This policy bars individuals with gender dysphoria or those who have undergone gender transition from serving. The decision was seen as a victory for Trump, emphasizing a focus on military readiness and cohesi...

Executive Order on Gain of Function Research : President Trump issued an executive order restricting federal funding for gain of function research, which involves experimenting with viruses and pathogens that could potentially trigger a pandemic. The order aims to prevent US tax dollars from funding such research in countries like China and Iran, and strengthens oversight mechanisms to ensure biom...

Harvard's Tax-Exempt Status : President Trump announced plans to end Harvard University's tax-exempt status, citing the university's alleged discrimination based on race and anti-Semitism. The discussion includes the potential legal battle and the implications of revoking Harvard's 501(c)(3) status, referencing the Bob Jones University case as a precedent. Elon Derangement Syndrome : The hosts dis...

Arrests and Charges : Former Donya Anna County Magistrate Judge Joel Kano and his wife were arrested for harboring a gang member and tampering with evidence. The gang member had incriminating photos on his cell phone, which the judge destroyed Judge Hannah Dugan from Milwaukee was arrested for obstructing an immigration arrest operation Gang Activity : The gang member harbored by Judge Kano had ph...

Take It Down Act : Legislation : The act aims to protect individuals, especially women and children, from revenge porn and deep fakes. Bipartisan Support : Passed by both the Senate and the House, and is headed to President Trump's desk for signing. Provisions : Makes posting non-consensual intimate images a federal felony, and mandates tech platforms to remove such content within 48 hours of noti...

Iran's Nuclear Capabilities : We cover Iran's Supreme Leader's stance on obtaining nuclear weapons, emphasizing the threat posed by Iran's policy of "death to America." President Trump's position on the Iran nuclear deal is highlighted, with Trump criticizing the deal made during Obama's administration and asserting that Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. We also underscore the U.S. administration'...

Celebration of Trump's First 100 Days Achievements : Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson highlight the successes of Trump's administration, emphasizing the unprecedented nature of his first 100 days in office. Energy and Vigor : They discuss the administration's energetic approach and rapid progress on multiple fronts. Tribute to David Horowitz Legacy : Ted Cruz pays tribute to David Horowitz, a conservativ...

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: ihr.fm/3InlkL8   100 Days of Trump   Clay Travis and Buck Sexton...

Border Security Measures : Historic Reductions : The administration achieved significant reductions in illegal border crossings and apprehensions of dangerous criminals. Policies Implemented : Tough policies were put in place, including designating violent gangs as foreign terrorist organizations and resuming border wall construction. Mass Deportations : Over 150,000 illegal immigrants, including...

Trump Administration's First 100 Days : The conversation highlights the support for President Trump's efforts on illegal immigration, noting a significant drop in illegal border crossings and strong public approval for deportation policies. Democratic Judges and Illegal Immigration : Two Democratic judges are mentioned, one from Wisconsin and another from New Mexico, who were arrested for obstruct...

Trump Administration's First 100 Days : The conversation highlights the support for President Trump's efforts on illegal immigration, noting a significant drop in illegal border crossings and strong public approval for deportation policies. Democratic Judges and Illegal Immigration : Two Democratic judges are mentioned, one from Wisconsin and another from New Mexico, who were arrested for obstruct...

Supreme Court Ruling : The Supreme Court issued an order blocking the deportation of Venezuelan illegal immigrants under an 18th-century law. Justice Alito and Justice Thomas dissented, criticizing the decision as hasty and legally questionable. The ruling was made without giving lower courts a chance to rule or hearing from the opposing party. Implications for the Trump Administration : The rulin...

Lawfare Against President Trump : Discussion on the legal challenges faced by President Trump and his administration. Four recent lawsuits against Trump were highlighted, focusing on election integrity, sanctuary cities, and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies. The hosts argue that these lawsuits are part of a coordinated effort by Democrats to obstruct Trump's agenda. Transgender Issu...

Meet our friends Clay Travis and Buck Sexton!  If you love Verdict with Ted Cruz, 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: ihr.fm/3InlkL8...

Trade Negotiations with China : President Trump emphasized that the entire world wants to be part of trade negotiations with the United States. He mentioned that the administration is actively talking to China and other countries about trade deals. Trump highlighted the importance of fair trade deals and the potential to lower taxes significantly once these deals are finalized. Tariffs and Nationa...

1.  Massive Drop in Illegal Border Crossings Under Trump Administration : We discuss the significant reduction in illegal border crossings under Donald Trump's administration. The policy changes, particularly ending catch and release, led to a 99.99% drop in illegal border crossings. Statistics : In December 2023, 189,604 illegal immigrants were caught and released under Biden's administratio...

Meet our 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 :    Biden Co...

Easter Egg Roll at the White House : The event was attended by many children and families. Media coverage included rumors about Donald Trump losing confidence in Pete Hegseth, the US Secretary of Defense. Allegations surfaced that Hegseth shared military information in private Signal chats, involving his wife, brother, and personal attorney. Trump dismissed these rumors, expressing full confidence...

Democratic Senators' Stance on Illegal Immigration : The podcast criticizes Democratic senators for their stance on illegal immigration, particularly focusing on MS-13 gang members. Senator Chris Van Hollen from Maryland is highlighted for his visit to El Salvador to meet with an MS-13 gang member, which the hosts find astonishing and politically motivated. The discussion includes a critique of Va...