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 Follow the Epstein Money

 

The Epstein Transparency Act, which passed unanimously in the Senate after near-unanimous House approval. Buck breaks down what this means: once President Trump signs the bill, the Justice Department will have 30 days to release Jeffrey Epstein-related files. The discussion explores whether these disclosures will provide real answers or lead to further demands for transparency. Buck emphasizes the unanswered question of Epstein’s billion-dollar fortune and the suspicious financial transactions flagged by JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank. He argues that following the money is key to uncovering the truth.

 

Clay Calls in from Italy

 

Clay calls from Rome and shares details of his mission: delivering an invitation for the Pope to throw out the first pitch at a future Chicago White Sox game, a unique gesture tied to the team’s new ownership and stadium plans. This segment blends sports, faith, and global intrigue, making it a must-hear for fans of both baseball and world affairs.

 

A Critical Race in NC

 

Buck welcomes Michael Whatley, former RNC Chair and current candidate for U.S. Senate in North Carolina. Whatley details the fallout from Governor Roy Cooper’s veto of legislation requiring sheriffs to honor ICE detainers, which has led to a surge in illegal immigration and crime. They discuss shocking statistics, including 21,000 students absent from Charlotte schools in one day due to immigration enforcement fears, and over 200 arrests of criminal illegal aliens in recent ICE operations. Whatley warns of the massive financial burden on state resources—from Medicaid to education—and contrasts his tough-on-crime stance with Cooper’s record of vetoing tax cuts, police pay raises, and bills protecting women’s sports. He predicts the North Carolina Senate race will be the most expensive in U.S. history, with Democrats pouring in hundreds of millions to flip the seat.

 

The Misled Boss Babes

 

Buck dives into a Pew Research study on marriage trends among Gen Z, revealing that only 61% of 12th-grade girls want to marry compared to 74% of boys. He critiques cultural messaging that promotes “boss babe” ideology and hookup culture, arguing it misleads young women and undermines long-term happiness. Buck contrasts this with a resurgence of traditional values among young men, who increasingly reject toxic masculinity narratives and embrace leadership, family, and faith. He calls for a cultural reset that prioritizes stable family formation and meaningful relationships over superficial social media-driven dating norms.

 

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1. Texas Declares Muslim Brotherhood & CAIR as Terrorist Organizations

• Action Taken: Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation designating the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as foreign terrorist and transnational criminal organizations.
• Implications: These groups are now prohibited from acquiring real property in Texas.
• Governor’s Statement: Abbott cited their alleged goals of imposing Sharia law and supporting terrorism globally.
• Background:
  • CAIR is described as a domestic organization linked to Hamas and implicated in supporting terrorism.
  • The Muslim Brotherhood is portrayed as an umbrella group with affiliates like Hamas.
• Federal Context:
  • Senator Cruz has pushed for federal designation for over a decade.
  • Legislative efforts have faced resistance from State Department bureaucrats.
  • Cruz introduced bipartisan legislation with Senator John Fetterman to designate affiliates first, then the global organization.
• Political Dynamics:
  • Discussion of partisan challenges and rare bipartisan cooperation.
  • Praise for Fetterman’s independence and criticism of Democratic Party’s internal politics.

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2. Gambling Crisis in Professional Sports

• Issue: Widespread corruption linked to prop bets (bets on specific game events rather than outcomes).
• Examples:
  • NBA and MLB scandals involving players and coaches fixing aspects of games.
  • Detailed case: Cleveland Guardians pitchers allegedly manipulated pitches for betting gains, earning hundreds of thousands of dollars.
• Risks:
  • Increased vulnerability due to proliferation of sports betting.
  • Individual players can easily influence prop bets (e.g., throwing a ball instead of a strike).
• Senate Investigation:
  • Cruz launched an oversight inquiry via the Senate Commerce Committee.
  • Letters sent to MLB and NBA requesting information on integrity measures.
• Concerns:
  • Potential for corruption in college sports.
  • Discussion on whether leagues can self-police or if Congress should intervene.

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• Economic Recovery & Inflation Control

  • Trump inherited an economic crisis caused by Biden’s administration and Democratic policies.
  • Inflation under Biden averaged ~5%, peaking at 9.1%, while under Trump’s second term it dropped to ~2.7%.
  • Price declines in categories like groceries (eggs, butter, ice cream, etc.) and housing costs.

• Gas & Energy Prices

  • Under Biden: highest gas prices in history, even after using strategic reserves.
  • Under Trump: lowest average gas prices in 4+ years, with energy dominance expected to reduce costs further.

• Real Wage Gains

  • Under Biden: workers lost $2,900 in purchasing power.
  • Under Trump: real wages grew by $700 and projected to increase by $1,200 after the first full year.

• Tax Cuts & Deregulation

  • Trump signed what is described as the largest tax cut in U.S. history, including:
    • No tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security.
  • De-regulatory efforts have saved Americans $180 billion collectively.

• Investment & Job Growth

  • Trillions of dollars have been invested in U.S. operations, creating hundreds of thousands of jobs.
  • States 1.9 million more American-born workers employed than when Trump took office.
  • Tariffs are a driver for on-shoring and industrial investment.

• Trade Deals & Tariffs

  • New trade agreements with Switzerland and exemptions for certain agricultural products.
  • Tariffs are credited for bringing manufacturing and AI investments back to the U.S.

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• Trump’s Strategic Move on Epstein Files

  • Donald Trump publicly calls for the House to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related files.
  • Frames the release as transparency and a way to expose Democratic ties to Epstein.
  • Suggests Democrats are using Epstein as a political weapon against Trump.

• Government Shutdown Outcome

  • Analysis of CBS polling showing Americans believe Republicans and Trump won the shutdown negotiations.
  • We highlight internal Democratic conflict (AOC vs. Senate Democrats) and criticism of Chuck Schumer’s leadership.

• Michelle Obama’s Statement on Presidential Run

  • Michelle Obama claims America is “not ready” for a female president.
  • Hosts interpret this as arrogance and dismissiveness, framing Democrats as unwilling to self-reflect after electoral losses.

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Bonus - Please enjoy this bonus episode of The Sean Hannity Show. 

In this riveting News Roundup, Sean Hannity dives into the behind-the-scenes radio war from his early days in Atlanta, featuring broadcasting legends Neil Boortz and Eric Sluggo Seidel. Sean frames the conversation around old-school competition, relentless preparation, and the transformative lessons he learned by facing off against Boortz, a market giant. Special guest Neil Boortz joins in to verify wild stories and share his radio beginnings, while Sluggo chimes in with key moments of rivalry and on-air strategies. This candid and humorous reunion highlights the grit, mutual respect, and sometimes-cold tactics that defined an era of talk radio and why those lessons still matter to broadcasters and listeners today.

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• Healthcare Policy & Obamacare

  • the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), caused premiums to skyrocket instead of reducing costs.
  • Discussion of President Trump’s stance on healthcare reform, emphasizing Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) as a solution to empower individuals rather than insurance companies.
  • Includes a tweet from Trump advocating for HSAs and opposing corporate welfare for health insurers.
  • Stock performance data of major health insurance companies since Obamacare passed, highlighting massive profit increases.

• Government Shutdown & Political Divide

  • Commentary on the recent government shutdown, blaming Democrats for prolonging it.
  • Portrays Democrats as controlled by “Marxists” and “radicals,” contrasting Republican values of individual freedom and choice.
  • Mentions internal Democratic Party conflicts and leadership struggles.

• Legislation Preview

  • Introduction of the “Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2025”, aimed at making welfare fraud a deportable offense for illegal immigrants.
  • Provides statistics on SNAP and public benefits abuse by non-citizens, estimating billions in costs over a decade.

• Profile on Senator John Fetterman

  • Highlights Fetterman’s dissent from mainstream Democratic positions, especially his strong pro-Israel stance.
  • Discusses his recovery from a stroke and the backlash he faces from within his party.
  • Suggests growing incompatibility between being pro-Israel and being a Democrat.

• Campus Violence & Radical Groups

  • Reports on violent protests at a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley, allegedly funded by far-left organizations.
  • Mentions Antifa involvement and chants celebrating the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
  • References DOJ investigation into funding sources behind these protests and university administrators’ alleged complicity.

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• Government Shutdown Analysis

  • The recent end of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history (43 days).
  • Democrats, particularly Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi, caused harm to Americans for political gain.
  • The economic impacts: delayed flights, unpaid federal workers, halted food stamp benefits, and harm to small businesses.
  • Predicts future political consequences and possible repeat shutdown scenarios.
  • Includes quotes from President Trump during the signing of legislation reopening the government.

• Healthcare Debate

  • Focuses on the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare), labeling it as financially disastrous and unaffordable.
  • Advocates for reforms such as health savings accounts and reducing subsidies to insurance companies.
  • Suggests reconciliation as a legislative strategy to bypass Democratic opposition.

• Persecution of Christians in Nigeria

  • Highlights severe violence against Christians by Boko Haram and other radical Islamic groups.
  • States that over 50,000 Christians have been killed since 2009 and thousands of churches destroyed.
  • Discusses U.S. legislative efforts to designate Nigeria as a “Country of Particular Concern” and impose sanctions on complicit officials.
  • Criticizes Tucker Carlson for allegedly downplaying the persecution issue.

• Domestic Extremism & Campus Violence

  • Violent protests by Antifa at a Turning Point USA event at UC Berkeley.
  • Mentions previous assassination of Charlie Kirk and ongoing threats against conservative speakers.
  • Raises concerns about university administrators allegedly enabling violence.
  • Discusses DOJ investigations into funding sources for radical groups and legislation to target financial backers of riots.

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Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton!  If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too.

 

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Open for Business!

 

President Donald Trump officially signed legislation reopening the federal government after a 43-day shutdown. The segment opens with audio from Trump at the Resolute Desk, where he criticizes Democrats for what he calls an attempted “extortion” of American taxpayers to fund benefits for illegal immigrants. Clay and Buck analyze the political fallout, questioning whether Democrats will repeat shutdown tactics in 2026 as part of their midterm election strategy.  The conversation transitions into a broader discussion on Senate filibuster reform, with Clay advocating for procedural changes to prevent future shutdowns driven by minority party obstruction. Buck adds historical context, referencing past filibuster modifications and the potential consequences of further rule changes. 

 

Uncle Bill: All for Nothing

 

A wide-ranging interview with bestselling author and media veteran Bill O’Reilly. Clay and Buck do a deep dive into the political fallout from the recent government shutdown, which O’Reilly attributes to far-left consultants steering the Democratic Party into a failed strategy aimed at making pandemic-era Obamacare spending permanent. He argues that the shutdown hurt millions of Americans and yielded no real gains for Democrats, who now risk being branded as the “mean party” heading into the 2026 midterms. The hosts and O’Reilly also discuss the resurfacing of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, which they believe was used as a distraction from Democratic missteps.

 

The conversation shifts to the 2028 presidential race, where Clay and Buck predict Gavin Newsom and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as the likely Democratic ticket. O’Reilly disagrees, citing Newsom’s poor record in California, including mass outmigration and corruption scandals, and suggests Maryland Governor Wes Moore as a more viable alternative. The trio also debate the dangers of artificial intelligence in politics and media, highlighting the rise of deepfake videos and AI-generated misinformation. O’Reilly references a false image involving President Donald Trump that was cited by Rep. Melanie Stansberry, warning that AI will make it increasingly difficult to distinguish truth from fiction. The hosts call for urgent reform of defamation and libel laws to protect public figures and citizens from malicious AI content.

 

What H-1B Visas Are Supposed To Be

 

The H-1B visa program triggers a contentious exchange between Laura Ingraham and President Trump. Trump defends the need for foreign talent in specialized industries, while Ingraham argues that American workers should be prioritized. Buck provides data indicating that over 750,000 H-1B visa holders are currently working in the U.S., with India accounting for 75% of recent recipients. Clay and Buck debate whether the program is being abused by corporations to undercut American wages and bypass domestic hiring.

 

Buck clarifies that Trump’s comments about lacking domestic talent were aimed at highly specialized roles, such as semiconductor manufacturing, where foreign expertise is temporarily needed. Multiple callers share firsthand experiences with H-1B hires, sparking a robust debate. A computer programmer from California claims foreign workers were paid less despite equal performance. A North Carolina business owner defends the program, citing higher productivity among foreign hires. An engineering manager warns of wage suppression and offshoring trends, while another caller shares how his son’s defense contractor job was outsourced to foreign engineers despite national security concerns.

 

Female Mamdani?

 

Clay and Buck dive into some breaking news, cultural commentary, and audience-driven debate, beginning with reports of a violent incident involving Alina Habba, a U.S. attorney in New Jersey, whose office was attacked by a bat-wielding suspect. Clay and Buck highlight the growing concern over left-wing violence and express relief that Habba is unharmed. They also cover Senator John Fetterman’s hospitalization following a fall caused by a ventricular fibrillation episode, noting his humorous response and drawing parallels to historical political wit.

 

The hour transitions into a critique of Michelle Obama’s recent comment

• Government Shutdown Context

  • The shutdown lasted over 40 days, beginning October 1 and ending after a Senate vote (60–40) and subsequent House approval.
  • A stopgap funding measure was passed to keep the government operating until January 30, while negotiations for a long-term appropriations bill continue.

• Political Narrative

  • Democrats are responsible for the shutdown, accusing them of:
    • Blocking votes to fund programs like SNAP (food stamps).
    • Intentionally prolonging the shutdown to harm Americans and blame Trump.
  • Republicans are portrayed as consistently voting for “clean” funding extensions.

• Impact of Shutdown

  • Economic and social harm cited:
    • Missed paychecks for over 1 million federal workers.
    • 20,000 flight cancellations/delays due to air traffic controller shortages.
    • Disruption of SNAP benefits for 42 million Americans.
    • Financial strain on contractors and small businesses.

• President Trump’s Remarks

  • Trump’s speech during the signing of the bill includes:
    • Accusations of Democratic “extortion” and prioritizing illegal immigrants.
    • Calls to terminate the filibuster to prevent future shutdowns.
    • Celebration of economic achievements: record stock market highs, lower gas prices, and tax cuts.
    • Criticism of Obamacare, proposing direct payments to citizens for healthcare instead of insurance companies.

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