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Verdict with Ted Cruz

Verdict with Ted Cruz

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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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  • BONUS POD: Trump’s Triumphs w BIG Pharma & China Trade Deal
    May 13 2025

    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 stark contrasts in drug prices between the U.S. and countries like Australia, Sweden, and the UK.
    • Executive Orders: Trump’s administration directed agencies to:
      • Prevent foreign countries from undercutting U.S. drug prices.
      • Allow Americans to buy drugs directly from manufacturers at the lowest global price.
      • Impose rules if pharmaceutical companies fail to comply.
    • Criticism of the Biden Administration: The text claims that Biden reversed Trump-era reforms and negotiated higher drug prices, allegedly due to influence from pharmaceutical lobbyists.

    2. U.S.-China Trade Deal

    The second part shifts focus to a trade agreement between the U.S. and China. Highlights include:

    • Tariff Reductions:
      • U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods reduced from 145% to 30%.
      • Chinese tariffs on U.S. goods reduced from 125% to 10%.
    • Negotiation Outcomes:
      • China agreed to reduce retaliatory tariffs and open markets to U.S. goods.
      • Both countries committed to further discussions on trade and fentanyl trafficking.
    • Framing: The deal is portrayed as a major win for the U.S., correcting trade imbalances and protecting American jobs and industries.

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    14 mins
  • Massive School Choice WIN in Texas & Opportunity for Massive WIN Nationally, plus Stopping a Nuclear Iran
    May 12 2025

    🏫 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 educational setting for their children.

    • Scope and Impact: With Texas representing about 10% of the U.S. student population, this move is seen as a game-changer for education reform nationwide.

    • Political Strategy: Cruz detailed a multi-year political campaign, including endorsing primary challengers against anti-school choice Republicans, to build legislative support. He emphasized that this was not a partisan issue but a geographic and institutional battle, especially in rural areas where public schools are major employers.

    • Federal Push: Cruz is advocating for a federal school choice initiative through budget reconciliation, which would allow passage with only Republican votes. The proposal includes $10 billion annually in federal tax credits for donations to scholarship-granting organizations, aiming to replicate Texas’s success on a national scale.

    ☢️ Stopping a Nuclear Iran

    Key Points:

    • Opposition to Iran Nuclear Deal: Cruz strongly opposes any new nuclear deal with Iran, citing the failures of the Obama-era agreement and the dangers of appeasement. He supports President Trump’s red line: Iran must fully dismantle its nuclear program, including shutting down centrifuges.

    • National Security Threat: Cruz argues that Iran, under the Ayatollah, is a direct threat to the U.S. and Israel, citing attempts to assassinate U.S. officials and support for terrorist groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.

    • Policy Contrast: He contrasts the “maximum pressure” strategy under Trump—which included strict sanctions and oil embargoes—with the “appeasement” approach of the Biden administration, which he claims enabled Iran to rebuild its economy and fund terrorism.

    • Call to Action: Cruz emphasizes the need for firm U.S. policy and warns against trusting Iran, advocating for either diplomatic dismantlement or, if necessary, military action to neutralize the threat.

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    31 mins
  • Harvard Rewards Woke Politics, Cutting Off NPR & PBS plus Live Action goes Undercover on Planned Parenthood Week In Review
    May 10 2025
    • 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 propaganda.
      • Examples of NPR's controversial content, including stories on cannibalism, critiques of the Declaration of Independence, and promotion of woke ideologies.
    • Planned Parenthood Undercover Investigation:

      • Live Action's undercover investigation revealing that Planned Parenthood clinics offer cross-sex hormone treatments to minors with minimal oversight.
      • Discussion on the implications of these practices and calls for defunding Planned Parenthood.
    • Tesla Arson Suspect Released:

      • Case of Owen McIntyre, who was released from pre-trial detention due to gender transition concerns after being charged with domestic terrorism for firebombing Tesla vehicles.

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    29 mins
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Ted Cruz gives information about the "goings on" in Congress that no other conservative podcast can. For me, this is a must listen!

The Best Insider 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.

Ted Cruz is Intelligent & Knowledgeable

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Good insight on FBI failings and cover-up of Biden crimes by FBI WH and DOJ

good take on FBI Director

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been listening from day 1 elsewhere love this podcast and like that I found it here too

from Day 1

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Whether or not you agree with Ted cruises politics, it is imperative to listen to him as to why he thinks the way he does. He explains in great detail, the underpinnings of political issues, provide historical context, and pointed out both the political and monetary impact of issues, as well as hypocrisy, both the parent and under parent.

Ted Cruz is a Weekly Must Listen

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you both talk on my level and enhance my vocabulary, excellent pithy facts that are easy to understand

facts matter

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I have been listening to this podcast for 3 years. Very good explanations of the current political environment. Stuff covered up by corrupt media propagandists. Never a dull moment.

The real news you don't hear in the corrupt media

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Loved it. I really appreciate Ted's intellectual and his ability to translate th important information.

Wow! Sen Cuz and Rep Comer Explain the SARS-BIDEN

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Ted Cruz tells it like it is. Real news with common sense, up to date information.

Real news

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