Verdict with Ted Cruz

Verdict with Ted Cruz

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.

Episodes

April 23, 2025 38 mins

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 administration. By February 2024, this number ...
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Biden Coverup

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  1. 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 in Hegseth.
  2. Deat...

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  • 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 Van Hollen's defense of the...
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  1. Immigration and Deportation:

    • The Trump administration achieved a significant victory with an immigration judge ruling in favor of deporting students advocating for anti-Israel and anti-American protests. This case involved Mahmoud Khalil from Columbia University, who was involved in pro-Hamas protests and misrepresented himself on his green card application.
  1. Harvard University Funding:

    • The Trump a...
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The Story Keeps Getting Worse

 

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  1. Syndicated Radio Show: Senator Ted Cruz is the first sitting member of Congress to have a syndicated radio show, expanding the reach of the "Verdict" podcast to 84 stations across the country.

  2. Guest Appearance: The episode features Lee Zeldin, the Administrator of the EPA, who discusses his background, including his military service and time in Congress.

  3. Visit to Midland, Texas: The hosts and Zeldin visit Midland, Texas, ...

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  1. Trade Negotiations with Japan:

    • President Trump met with Japanese officials to discuss trade negotiations, resulting in positive feedback on social media.
    • Discussions included military support costs and trade fairness.
    • Japan has a long-standing military alliance with the US, with many American troops stationed in Okinawa.
    • Japan's Prime Minister stated that Japan won't rush to reach a deal and does not plan to make big con...
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  1. Democrats' Advocacy for Illegal Aliens:

    • Democrats are advocating for the return of illegal aliens, including those identified as members of the MS-13 gang.
    • We discuss a specific case involving an illegal immigrant, Abrego Garcia, who was deported by the Trump administration despite being adjudicated as an MS-13 gang member.
  2. Anti-Semitism and Radicalism on College Campuses:

    • The conversation highlights concern...
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It's Tax Day

 

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  1. Criticism of Democrats:

    • Democrats for opposing Donald Trump and his policies, particularly regarding border security and immigration.
    • We highlights a specific instance where Democrats, led by Senator Chris Van Hollen, are demanding the return of deported MS-13 gang members.
  2. Immigration and Deportation:

    • The commentary discusses the deportation of an MS-13 gang member to El Salvador and the legal battles surro...
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  1. Weekend with President Trump:

    • Ted Cruz describes his eventful weekend spent with President Trump, including flying on Air Force One to Miami and attending a UFC fight. He shares his experience of the fight, the atmosphere, and the notable attendees such as Elon Musk, Marco Rubio, and Tulsi Gabbard.
  2. Tariffs and Economic Impacts:

    • The discussion shifts to the ongoing battles in Washington regarding tariffs. Cru...
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  1. Judicial Activism and Nationwide Injunctions:

    • An unprecedented number of nationwide injunctions issued against President Trump within the first two months of his administration, comparing it to the total number issued during the administrations of George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden.
    • It discusses the implications of these injunctions, describing them as an abuse of power and a deliberate attempt to undermine Trum...
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Oval Office Visit

  • Senator Ted Cruz's Visit: Senator Cruz spent about two hours with President Trump in the Oval Office, discussing various topics and receiving a challenge coin from the President.

Stock Market Surge

  • Tariffs and Stock Market Impact: President Trump paused tariffs announced on April 2nd and increased tariffs on China, leading to the greatest single-day increase in the stock market in U.S. history. Thi...
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Insider Trading and Dictator Trump

 

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  1. Tariff Increase on China:

    • The White House raised tariffs on China to 125% due to China's retaliation against the United States.
    • This move is part of President Trump's "America First" trade policy aimed at protecting American workers and manufacturing.
  2. Temporary Pause on Other Tariffs:

    • A 90-day pause on some tariffs with other countries that have shown willingness to negotiate better trade deals with the U.S.
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  1. Deportation of Venezuelan Gang Members:

    • The Supreme Court lifted a judge's order blocking the deportation of suspected Venezuelan gang members to a prison in El Salvador.
    • The Trump administration used the Alien Enemies Act, an 18th-century law, to classify these gang members as part of a hostile government.
    • The Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that challenges to deportation must be filed as habeas corpus petitions in the location...
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U.S.-China trade war

 

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  1. Supreme Court Ruling on Deportations:

    • The Supreme Court lifted a block from a US District Judge, allowing the Trump administration to deport suspected illegal alien gang members under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act.
    • The ruling was described as narrow, focusing on the proper venue for the cases rather than the administration's use of the law.
    • The decision was a 5-4 split, with the Supreme Court finding that the migrants had i...
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  1. Tariffs and Trade Policies:

    • President Trump's Tariff Announcement: On April 2nd, President Trump announced high tariffs on nearly every country, the highest since 1933. This caused significant market turmoil, with a $6 trillion loss in 48 hours.
    • Debate within the White House: There is an ongoing debate about whether to use these tariffs as leverage to lower other countries' tariffs and then reduce U.S. tariffs or to keep...
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