In this bonus episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson break down three major stories dominating the headlines:

• Michigan Church Attack: A shocking act of violence at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints leaves four dead and ten injured. Cruz and Ferguson discuss what this means for religious freedom, rising hostility toward people of faith, and the critical role of law enforcement in preventing further tragedy.

• The “Schumer Shutdown”: Why are Democrats risking a government shutdown? The hosts argue it’s a political move to appease the progressive base, despite the real-world consequences for federal workers, national parks, and everyday Americans. They also explore how a shutdown could impact the so-called “deep state.”

• Escalating Democratic Rhetoric: From comparing ICE to the Gestapo to labeling conservatives as fascists, Cruz and Ferguson examine how inflammatory language from Democratic leaders fuels division and even violence against law enforcement and conservative voices.

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