Podcast Summary: The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show – Hour 2: MAHA Uncensored

Date: February 20, 2026
Key Guests: Governor Mike Braun (Indiana), Jeff Hayes (filmmaker, “MAHA Uncensored”)

Episode Overview

This episode of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show centers around major breaking news on trade tariffs and the Supreme Court, states' political contrasts, and deep-dives into America's healthcare system. It features an extended interview with Indiana Governor Mike Braun on President Trump’s tariff decisions and red-blue state dynamics—including a major NFL relocation story. In the second half, award-winning filmmaker Jeff Hayes discusses his new documentary “MAHA Uncensored,” which exposes the over-medicalization of Americans and the emerging “MAHA” movement. President Trump’s live White House press conference on tariffs is aired and analyzed throughout the hour.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Tariff Turmoil: Live Reaction to Supreme Court Decision and Trump’s Response

• The show opens with breaking news: President Trump is at the White House reacting to a Supreme Court ruling limiting his tariff authority.
• Governor Mike Braun recounts being present at the White House as President Trump receives the tariff decision.
  • [03:17] Mike Braun: Explains the President was “seething” after learning of the Court’s decision, eager to speak with the press.
• Buck Sexton asks Braun to reflect on the actual economic impacts of Trump’s tariffs.
  • [04:43] Mike Braun: Argues tariffs were necessary leverage to address massive trade deficits, stating “something had to give.”
• Clay Travis notes that, despite the Court’s limits, Trump is proposing new authority and mechanisms to keep tariffs in place.

Notable Quote:

“I’m kind of seething over this. Think I need to go talk to the press."
— Governor Mike Braun quoting President Trump ([03:17])

2. Red State vs. Blue State: The Chicago Bears’ Potential Move

• Clay Travis asks about rumors that the Chicago Bears NFL team could relocate to Indiana due to failed stadium negotiations in Illinois.
  • [06:42] Braun: Confirms active talks and attributes progress to Indiana’s favorable business climate and regulatory environment, blaming Illinois officials for “basically say[ing] we’re not interested.”
  • Braun is cautiously optimistic about a deal within a month or two, underscoring Indiana’s success in attracting new business.

Notable Quote:

“Blame it on Pritzker and the mayor, because they basically said we’re not interested.”
— Governor Mike Braun ([06:42])

3. Indiana Politics: Redistricting and ‘Establishment’ Resistance

• Buck and Clay discuss internal GOP conflict over the state’s redistricting plan.
  • [09:49] Braun: Criticizes “establishment Republicanism” for bucking ‘America First’ reforms, pointing to self-interested legislators thwarting conservative momentum despite other “blue” states using gerrymandering.
  • Koncedes Indiana missed an opportunity to pick up two Congressional seats due to internal GOP resistance.

Notable Quote:

“A clique of five to ten...dug in and made Indiana the exception [to redistricting].”
— Governor Mike Braun ([09:49])

4. Sports Detour: The Hoosiers’ Miraculous National Championship

• Clay and Buck put Braun “on the hot seat” about Indiana University’s stunning football championship.
  • [12:51] Braun: Says the win’s magnitude could merit a “football version of Hoosiers,” as the program had one of the worst records in Division I history.

5. Live: President Trump’s Tariff Press Conference

• The show pivots to President Trump’s live White House remarks.
  • Trump lambasts the Supreme Court’s decision, naming Gorsuch, Barrett, and Roberts for criticism. He praises Justices Thomas, Alito, and Kavanaugh for dissenting (noting “I’m ashamed of certain members of the Supreme Court”—[32:08]).
  • He asserts that with alternative laws (like Section 122), tariffs will remain or even increase, vowing new executive actions.
  • Trump frames continued tariffs as both an economic and national security imperative, highlighting “hundreds of billions of dollars” for the US and pledging to bypass Congressional hurdles.

Notable Quotes:

“The Supreme Court’s ruling on tariffs is deeply disappointing and I’m ashamed of certain members of the court.”
— President Trump ([32:08])

“Effective immediately: all national security tariffs under section 232 and existing section 301 tariffs remain in place… Today I will sign an order to impose a 10% global tariff under section 122.”
— President Trump ([43:33])

6. Interview: Jeff Hayes on “MAHA Uncensored” & the Overmedication Crisis

• Clay Travis introduces Jeff Hayes to discuss his upcoming documentary MAHA Uncensored (premiering Feb. 24 at mahamovie.com).
  • [25:33] Hayes: Warns of epidemic over-prescription, especially of SSRIs (antidepressants): “We could get rid of way more than half of the prescriptions in this country.”
  • Discusses the alarming medicalization of young children—including stories of SSRIs prescribed to kids as young as three.
  • [27:16] Hayes: Argues fixing America’s food supply is the “number one thing” for improving public health.
  • Describes the rise of the “MAHA” (Make America Healthy Again) movement—uniting Trump supporters and health-conscious mothers, driven in part by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Notable Quotes:

“Not one human being should be on an SSRI. They don’t work and they have potent side effects.”
— Jeff Hayes ([25:33])

“You never bet against fierce mothers. That’s how things are changed—moms protecting their children.”
— Jeff Hayes ([30:20])

7. Emerging Political/Health Trends: The “MAHA” Movement

• Hayes details his front-row perspective on the alliance between RFK Jr. supporters and Trump’s base (“MAHA Moms”).
  • Describes the spontaneous coining of “Make America Healthy Again” by Kennedy at a Trump rally, and critiques Trump’s recent executive order designating glyphosate a national security interest.

Notable Quote:

“Now these MAHA moms right now are kind of ticked after the presidential order that President Trump just signed… but when all of a sudden I saw those forces join, the market for my material just went up by a factor of 100.”
— Jeff Hayes ([28:26])

8. Closing Analysis & Ongoing Coverage

• Clay and Buck continue to monitor Trump’s remarks, recapping the shifting legal grounds for tariffs.
• They preview coming coverage of powerful individual stories, including those of detransitioners.

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [03:17]: Governor Braun recounts Trump’s real-time reaction to the Supreme Court decision.
• [06:42]: Chicago Bears’ potential Indiana move explained.
• [09:49]: GOP division over Indiana’s redistricting plan.
• [12:51]: IU Hoosiers’ championship—“greatest game ever.”
• [20:21], [32:08], [43:33]: Trump’s live White House press conference—tariffs, Supreme Court criticism, executive action details.
• [25:33]: Jeff Hayes on overmedication and SSRIs in America.
• [28:26]: The emergence of the “MAHA” movement and its political implications.
• [30:20]: Hayes on the power of “fierce mothers” and changing America’s health landscape.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Clay Travis ([12:32]): “Is the win by the Hoosiers in the national championship…the single greatest college football game of all time?”
• President Trump ([32:08]): “I’m ashamed of certain members of the court, absolutely ashamed for not having the courage to do what’s right for our country.”
• Jeff Hayes ([25:33]): “Not one human being should be on an SSRI. They don’t work and they have potent side effects.”
• Jeff Hayes ([30:20]): “You never bet against fierce mothers. That’s how things are changed—moms protecting their children.”

Episode Tone and Style

• Conversational, fast-paced, opinion-driven.
• Informal, sometimes humorous—especially around college football.
• Blunt critiques of political rivals and “the establishment.”
• Direct, skeptical approach to medical/pharmaceutical industry norms.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

This hour delivers a rapid-fire blend of political breaking news, red-vs-blue state showdowns, sports drama, and a critical look at American healthcare’s excesses. Whether you’re following the tariff wars, the fate of the Chicago Bears, or the new “MAHA” health movement, this episode offers insight, expert interviews, and live reactions as key events unfold in real-time.