1. Venezuelan Narco-Terrorist Strike


The hosts discuss a U.S. military strike ordered by former President Trump against a Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat.


They describe it as decisive action against narcoterrorists, with 11 alleged gang members killed.


The narrative frames Trump as strong and proactive compared to Biden, who they accuse of weakness on border security and cartels.

2. U.S.–Mexico Relations & Cartels


Cruz recounts recent meetings with Mexican officials, pressing them to cooperate with the U.S. against cartels.


He argues Mexican cartels should be designated as terrorist organizations, drawing comparisons to Middle Eastern terror groups.


The conversation emphasizes deterrence through unpredictable and overwhelming force.

3. Domestic Crime in Washington, D.C.


Cruz introduces the Clean DC Act, aiming to repeal a 2022 D.C. law that reduced penalties for violent crimes.


The podcast presents crime statistics in D.C. (murder rates, carjackings, assaults) and blames Democratic leadership for rising violence.


It positions Trump’s stance on law and order as both domestic and international.

4. “Trump Is Alive” Segment


Responds to a viral social media rumor that Trump had died after a couple of days out of the public eye.


Hosts ridicule Democrats and media figures who speculated about or even welcomed the rumor.


Trump himself dismisses it in an interview, calling it fake news.

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1. Venezuelan Narco-Terrorist Strike
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The hosts discuss a U.S. military strike ordered by former President Trump against a Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat.
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They describe it as decisive action against narcoterrorists, with 11 alleged gang members killed.
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The narrative frames Trump as strong and proactive compared to Biden, who they accuse of weakness on border security and cartels.
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2. U.S.&ndash;Mexico Relations &amp; Cartels
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Cruz recounts recent meetings with Mexican officials, pressing them to cooperate with the U.S. against cartels.
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He argues Mexican cartels should be designated as terrorist organizations, drawing comparisons to Middle Eastern terror groups.
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The conversation emphasizes deterrence through unpredictable and overwhelming force.
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3. Domestic Crime in Washington, D.C.
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Cruz introduces the Clean DC Act, aiming to repeal a 2022 D.C. law that reduced penalties for violent crimes.
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The podcast presents crime statistics in D.C. (murder rates, carjackings, assaults) and blames Democratic leadership for rising violence.
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It positions Trump&rsquo;s stance on law and order as both domestic and international.
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4. &ldquo;Trump Is Alive&rdquo; Segment
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Responds to a viral social media rumor that Trump had died after a couple of days out of the public eye.
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Hosts ridicule Democrats and media figures who speculated about or even welcomed the rumor.
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Trump himself dismisses it in an interview, calling it fake news.
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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,&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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Trump Takes Out Venezuelan Narcoterrorists in Decisive Military Attack plus Stopping DC Crime & Trump is ALIVE!

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