BREAKING NEWS: 7 of the 20 October 7 hostages RELEASED!


Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson praise Trump’s leadership, portraying him as uniquely capable of achieving peace through strength.


They contrast this with Biden’s and Obama’s foreign policy, which they characterize as weak and enabling of terrorism.


The Red Cross is facilitating the transfer of hostages held underground in Gaza for over two years.


The first seven hostages have been handed over, with the full release expected by noon (Israel time).


In exchange, Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including:


250 serving long sentences,


1,700 detained during the conflict, and


The remains of 28 deceased hostages.


Endorsements & Reactions –


The podcast includes audio clips & quotes from Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, Benjamin Netanyahu, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff.


Clinton is depicted as praising Trump’s deal (a rare bipartisan gesture), while Obama’s response is described as “classless” for not naming Trump.


Foreign Policy Narrative –


Trump’s bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities and his “peace through strength” doctrine are credited for pressuring Hamas into negotiations.


The Biden administration is blamed for previous instability, alleged funding to Iran, and a weak stance toward Israel.
Government Shutdown Continues:


U.S. government shutdown goes on, the “Schumer shutdown”, as Democrats keep prolonging it. When will it end? We discuss it.


Closing Remarks – The episode ends with Cruz offering religious gratitude (“Praise God”) and both hosts congratulating Trump, Netanyahu, and Israel.

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<a href="https://www.foxnews.com/live-news/gaza-ceasefire-israel-hamas-hostage-release-october-13-2025">BREAKING NEWS: 7 of the 20 October 7 hostages RELEASED!</a>
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Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson praise Trump&rsquo;s leadership, portraying him as uniquely capable of achieving peace through strength.
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They contrast this with Biden&rsquo;s and Obama&rsquo;s foreign policy, which they characterize as weak and enabling of terrorism.
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The Red Cross is facilitating the transfer of hostages held underground in Gaza for over two years.
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The first seven hostages have been handed over, with the full release expected by noon (Israel time).
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In exchange, Israel is releasing about 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, including:
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250 serving long sentences,
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1,700 detained during the conflict, and
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The remains of 28 deceased hostages.
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Endorsements &amp; Reactions &ndash;
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The podcast includes audio clips &amp; quotes from Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama, Benjamin Netanyahu, Jared Kushner, and Steve Witkoff.
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Clinton is depicted as praising Trump&rsquo;s deal (a rare bipartisan gesture), while Obama&rsquo;s response is described as &ldquo;classless&rdquo; for not naming Trump.
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Foreign Policy Narrative &ndash;
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Trump&rsquo;s bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities and his &ldquo;peace through strength&rdquo; doctrine are credited for pressuring Hamas into negotiations.
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The Biden administration is blamed for previous instability, alleged funding to Iran, and a weak stance toward Israel.
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<li data-start="1767" data-end="1974">Government Shutdown Continues:</li>
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U.S. government shutdown goes on, the &ldquo;Schumer shutdown&rdquo;, as Democrats keep prolonging it. When will it end? We discuss it.
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Closing Remarks &ndash; The episode ends with Cruz offering religious gratitude (&ldquo;Praise God&rdquo;) and both hosts congratulating Trump, Netanyahu, and Israel.
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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.

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,&rdquo; 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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PEACE in the Middle East-Hostages Freed under Historic Trump Agreement

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