BONUS: Epstein, Trump & WSJ-MAGA Battle Explodes, plus Congress Defunds NPR & PBS and Stephen Colbert Canceled

On this Bonus episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Ben Ferguson and Senator Cruz discuss:

🔥 1. Epstein Files and Trump Controversy

• We open with a heated discussion about the renewed focus on the Jeffrey Epstein files, with calls for transparency.
• Senator Cruz outlines four principles for handling the Epstein case:
  1. Transparency – Release all information.
  2. Protect the victims – Especially minors in explicit materials.
  3. Release it all – No selective disclosure.
  4. Prosecute predators – Hold all abusers accountable.
• The media is accused of using the Epstein case to sow division within the MAGA movement, particularly targeting Trump allies like Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, and Dan Bongino.
• A Wall Street Journal article is criticized for allegedly publishing a fake letter from Trump to Epstein. Trump denies its authenticity and threatens legal action.

🏛️ 2. Congress Defunds NPR & PBS

• A major legislative update: Congress passed a bill to defund NPR and PBS, a long-standing conservative goal.
• Cruz and Ferguson argue that these outlets have become left-wing propaganda machines, citing examples of perceived bias and misuse of taxpayer funds.
• Senator Cruz praises the unity among Republicans in the Senate and House to push the measure through, despite internal resistance.

📺 3. Stephen Colbert and the Fall of Late-Night Comedy

• Cruz celebrates the cancellation of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”, framing it as a cultural victory for conservatives.
• Colbert is described as a partisan, elitist figure who alienated half the country with anti-Trump rhetoric and COVID-19 vaccine advocacy.
• Cruz reminisces about a time when late-night comedy was bipartisan and fun, contrasting it with what he sees as Colbert’s divisive tone.
• The hosts play clips mocking Colbert’s vaccine-themed musical segments and criticize the influence of pharmaceutical sponsorships.

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