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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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Hollywood Has a Predilection for Minors and Communists

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson welcome Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg for a wide-ranging discussion about his recent viral interview with Tucker Carlson. Together, they discuss World War II, deterrence, NATO-era security principles, U.S.-U.K. relations, Russia’s economy, China’s ambitions toward Taiwan, and the cultural and constitutional values they argue have helped shape freedom and prosperity across the world.

A viral interview between Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg and Tucker Carlson sparked a heated debate over World War II, Nazi Germany, Russia, isolationism, and the future of the West. In this conversation, Senator Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson, and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg examine the arguments behind that exchange and discuss why they believe moral clarity, deterrence, and Western democratic principles remain essential in a dangerous world.The discussion centers on whether the Allies were right to defeat Nazi Germany, the role of American leadership on the global stage, and the importance of distinguishing between good and evil in foreign policy. The conversation also explores the transatlantic alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom, the challenges posed by China, Russia, and Iran, and the strategic importance of Taiwan. 

Topics Covered:
Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's viral exchange with Tucker Carlson over World War II and Nazi Germany
The debate over isolationism, deterrence, and "peace through strength"
U.S.-U.K. relations and the modern "special relationship" 
China, Taiwan, and the strategic importance of advanced semiconductors 
Russia, Putin, and competing claims about economic strength and global influence
Western constitutional traditions, individual liberty, and national sovereignty

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson welcome Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg for a wide-ranging discussion about his recent viral interview with Tucker Carlson. Together, they discuss World War II, deterrence, NATO-era security principles, U.S.-U.K. relations, Russia&rsquo;s economy, China&rsquo;s ambitions toward Taiwan, and the cultural and constitutional values they argue have helped shape freedom and prosperity across the world.
A viral interview between Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg and Tucker Carlson sparked a heated debate over World War II, Nazi Germany, Russia, isolationism, and the future of the West. In this conversation, Senator Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson, and Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg examine the arguments behind that exchange and discuss why they believe moral clarity, deterrence, and Western democratic principles remain essential in a dangerous world.The discussion centers on whether the Allies were right to defeat Nazi Germany, the role of American leadership on the global stage, and the importance of distinguishing between good and evil in foreign policy. The conversation also explores the transatlantic alliance between the United States and the United Kingdom, the challenges posed by China, Russia, and Iran, and the strategic importance of Taiwan.&nbsp;
Topics Covered:
<ul>
<li>Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg's viral exchange with Tucker Carlson over World War II and Nazi Germany</li>
<li>The debate over isolationism, deterrence, and "peace through strength"</li>
<li>U.S.-U.K. relations and the modern "special relationship"&nbsp;</li>
<li>China, Taiwan, and the strategic importance of advanced semiconductors&nbsp;</li>
<li>Russia, Putin, and competing claims about economic strength and global influence</li>
<li>Western constitutional traditions, individual liberty, and national sovereignty</li>
</ul>
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In Defense of Western Civilization: Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg One-on-One

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In this episode of Verdict Week in Review with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss Tucker Carlson's recent commentary on Russia, World War II-era political figures, and foreign policy, analyze claims about the political effects of reduced USAID spending in Latin America, and examine debates surrounding U.S. influence abroad, socialism, communism, and the future political direction of countries throughout the Western Hemisphere.

Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson examine a growing controversy surrounding Tucker Carlson, arguing that his recent comments on foreign policy, Russia, and historical political movements reflect a dramatic shift in his public positions. The discussion focuses on Carlson’s remarks about Nazi-affiliated figures, free speech, Russia, and his endorsement of political candidates Cruz strongly opposes.The episode then turns to the impact of cuts to USAID funding under the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Cruz argues that the reduction of foreign aid funding has coincided with a series of conservative electoral victories across Latin America, raising broader questions about the role U.S. government funding may have played in supporting political and ideological movements abroad. He contends that American taxpayer dollars were used to advance left-wing political causes throughout the region and that recent election results suggest a significant shift in voter preferences.

Topics Covered:
Tucker Carlson's recent comments on Russia, free speech, and historical political movements
Debate over Russia, the United Kingdom, and political repression
The Trump administration's reduction of USAID funding
Claims about foreign aid and political outcomes in Latin America
Conservative electoral gains across several Latin American countries
The role of NGOs, government funding, and ideological influence abroad

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In this episode of Verdict Week in Review with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss Tucker Carlson's recent commentary on Russia, World War II-era political figures, and foreign policy, analyze claims about the political effects of reduced USAID spending in Latin America, and examine debates surrounding U.S. influence abroad, socialism, communism, and the future political direction of countries throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson examine a growing controversy surrounding Tucker Carlson, arguing that his recent comments on foreign policy, Russia, and historical political movements reflect a dramatic shift in his public positions. The discussion focuses on Carlson&rsquo;s remarks about Nazi-affiliated figures, free speech, Russia, and his endorsement of political candidates Cruz strongly opposes.The episode then turns to the impact of cuts to USAID funding under the Trump administration and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Cruz argues that the reduction of foreign aid funding has coincided with a series of conservative electoral victories across Latin America, raising broader questions about the role U.S. government funding may have played in supporting political and ideological movements abroad. He contends that American taxpayer dollars were used to advance left-wing political causes throughout the region and that recent election results suggest a significant shift in voter preferences.
Topics Covered:
<ul>
<li>Tucker Carlson's recent comments on Russia, free speech, and historical political movements</li>
<li>Debate over Russia, the United Kingdom, and political repression</li>
<li>The Trump administration's reduction of USAID funding</li>
<li>Claims about foreign aid and political outcomes in Latin America</li>
<li>Conservative electoral gains across several Latin American countries</li>
<li>The role of NGOs, government funding, and ideological influence abroad</li>
</ul>
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Tucker needs Some Help, USAID Stops & Republicans in other Countries WIN plus Mamdani's October 7 Disaster Week In Review 

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the controversy surrounding Zohran Mamdani’s October 7 anniversary statement, reactions from activists and political leaders, ongoing debates over Israel and Hamas, and a major White House policy announcement expanding Trump Accounts through nationwide automatic enrollment for children. They also cover Cruz’s visit to the White House, his trip aboard Marine One and Air Force One, and President Trump’s rally in Texas supporting Republican candidates ahead of the midterms.

The third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks reignited fierce political debate over Israel, antisemitism, and the future direction of the Democratic Party. Senator Ted Cruz argues that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s public statement marking the anniversary revealed a growing divide within the party and intensified concerns about radical political activism. Cruz and Ben Ferguson examine Mamdani’s comments about Israel, the backlash he received from both critics and pro-Palestinian activists, and the broader political implications heading into the midterm elections. They discuss protests, competing narratives surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict, and what Cruz views as an increasingly influential ideological coalition within Democratic politics. In the second half of the episode, Cruz shares behind-the-scenes details from a major White House announcement involving Trump Accounts, a policy he says will provide personal investment accounts for millions of American children. He explains the administration’s move to automatically enroll eligible children, the policy battle that led to the decision, and why he believes the program could have a lasting impact on wealth creation, financial literacy, and long-term investment ownership for future generations. 

Topics Covered:
Zohran Mamdani’s October 7 anniversary statement and the political fallout
Anti-Israel protests and demonstrations in New York City
Israel, Hamas, and competing narratives surrounding the conflict
The nationwide rollout and auto-enrollment of Trump Accounts
Financial investment accounts for American children and long-term wealth building
President Trump’s Texas rally and the 2026 midterm election landscape

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In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the controversy surrounding Zohran Mamdani&rsquo;s October 7 anniversary statement, reactions from activists and political leaders, ongoing debates over Israel and Hamas, and a major White House policy announcement expanding Trump Accounts through nationwide automatic enrollment for children. They also cover Cruz&rsquo;s visit to the White House, his trip aboard Marine One and Air Force One, and President Trump&rsquo;s rally in Texas supporting Republican candidates ahead of the midterms.
The third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks reignited fierce political debate over Israel, antisemitism, and the future direction of the Democratic Party. Senator Ted Cruz argues that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani&rsquo;s public statement marking the anniversary revealed a growing divide within the party and intensified concerns about radical political activism. Cruz and Ben Ferguson examine Mamdani&rsquo;s comments about Israel, the backlash he received from both critics and pro-Palestinian activists, and the broader political implications heading into the midterm elections. They discuss protests, competing narratives surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict, and what Cruz views as an increasingly influential ideological coalition within Democratic politics. In the second half of the episode, Cruz shares behind-the-scenes details from a major White House announcement involving Trump Accounts, a policy he says will provide personal investment accounts for millions of American children. He explains the administration&rsquo;s move to automatically enroll eligible children, the policy battle that led to the decision, and why he believes the program could have a lasting impact on wealth creation, financial literacy, and long-term investment ownership for future generations.&nbsp;
Topics Covered:
<ul>
<li>Zohran Mamdani&rsquo;s October 7 anniversary statement and the political fallout</li>
<li>Anti-Israel protests and demonstrations in New York City</li>
<li>Israel, Hamas, and competing narratives surrounding the conflict</li>
<li>The nationwide rollout and auto-enrollment of Trump Accounts</li>
<li>Financial investment accounts for American children and long-term wealth building</li>
<li>President Trump&rsquo;s Texas rally and the 2026 midterm election landscape</li>
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