The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show: Hour 3 - A New Low for Democrats
Release Date: March 25, 2025
Host/Author: Premiere Networks
1. Introduction and Brief Recap
In this episode of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, Clay and Buck delve into the latest political controversies, media dynamics, and emerging figures within the Democratic Party. Skipping over the usual advertisements and introductory segments, the hosts focus on dissecting recent events that highlight what they perceive as the declining standards within the Democratic ranks.
2. The Jeffrey Goldberg Text Chain Controversy
Timestamp: [01:03] - [07:43]
Clay Travis opens the discussion by addressing a recent scandal involving a private text chain that included Jeffrey Goldberg, a prominent Atlantic editor. The controversy stems from Mike Walsh, a staffer, adding Goldberg to a group chat with approximately 18 members, leading to widespread media attention.
- Clay Travis: "I suspect that this story, by and large, unless there's some other component that hasn't dropped yet, is going to be gone within 24 hours." [03:10]
Buck Sexton concurs, emphasizing the lack of ill intent behind the inclusion of Goldberg in the chat.
- Buck Sexton: "This is just a mistake. The same way that, you know, anybody could make an error when they're, you know, driving on the highway or something." [05:21]
Clay criticizes the media’s approach to the incident, arguing that reporters overstepped by publicizing private communications without moral justification.
- Clay Travis: "The reporter not acknowledging himself and admitting when he recognized that he had no business being on the text chain is actually the more indefensible in many ways morally." [06:15]
3. Geopolitical Developments: Black Sea and Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire Talks
Timestamp: [04:00] - [04:50]
Shifting focus to international affairs, Clay highlights significant progress in ceasefire negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, taking place in Saudi Arabia. He posits that this development overshadowed the Goldberg text chain controversy, deeming it a more substantial and enduring news story.
- Clay Travis: "The Black Sea is now not going to be a point of conflict... talks continue in Saudi Arabia, between Ukraine, Russia, and United States emissaries that are trying to bring peace." [04:20]
4. Media's Attempt to Attack Trump
Timestamp: [04:50] - [08:04]
Clay and Buck discuss the ongoing media efforts to undermine former President Donald Trump, suggesting that the media prefers targeting Trump and his associates over more pressing national and international issues. They argue that media narratives often distract from significant geopolitical developments.
- Buck Sexton: "This is not all the stuff about, oh, this is about our national security police. These people don't care about national security." [05:28]
Clay criticizes the media’s prioritization of partisan attacks over substantive policy discussions.
- Clay Travis: "It’s emblematic of the failure of the Democrat Party to have a real message that ridiculing a popular statewide elected governor of the state that you represent is their go-to line of attack." [24:35]
5. Discussion on Group Texts and Media Ethics
Timestamp: [07:43] - [08:04]
The conversation shifts to the ethics of sharing private group texts in the media. Clay argues that reporters should refrain from publicizing private exchanges that are irrelevant or accidental.
- Clay Travis: "If I had been on this text thread, first of all, I would have left. But if I had said, let's give him a benefit of the doubt... I wouldn't be trying to humiliate and embarrass the Trump national defense team." [06:15]
Buck shares personal experiences with being added to unwelcome group messages, reinforcing the theme of privacy invasion.
6. Comments on Rich Backgrounds of Politicians (Jasmine Crockett)
Timestamp: [21:32] - [27:39]
Clay and Buck critique Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett from Texas, highlighting her affluent background and questioning her authenticity in portraying herself as a grassroots advocate. They mock her attempts to connect with "the streets," suggesting it undermines her credibility.
- Clay Travis: "What does it say about her that instead of being educated, forthright and an advocate in some way... she would basically turn into... someone from the streets?" [23:00]
Buck characterizes Crockett as a political distraction unlikely to ascend to significant leadership roles within the Democratic Party.
- Buck Sexton: "I think that Crockett is getting a lot of attention but has no... there's no way that she's going to find herself in a leadership position within the Democrat Party, in my opinion." [26:35]
7. AOC as a Political Brand and Potential Presidential Candidate
Timestamp: [29:03] - [36:00]
A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to discussing Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) as a formidable political figure with presidential aspirations. Clay and Buck praise her social media prowess and widespread recognition, predicting her potential rise to the presidency due to her savvy political branding.
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Buck Sexton: "AOC is a political brand. Just the fact that we have initials for her and everybody knows who we're talking about, she has huge social media recognition." [32:58]
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Clay Travis: "She's a politician celebrity. It's different. She's not just a politician, she's a politician celebrity." [34:27]
They contrast AOC’s visibility with other Democratic figures, emphasizing her unique position as both a politician and a public figure.
8. Chuck Schumer's Remarks and Future Senate Elections
Timestamp: [29:03] - [33:11]
The hosts analyze Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s recent statements and speculate on his future in politics. They believe Schumer may announce his retirement ahead of the 2026 elections, potentially paving the way for AOC or another prominent Democratic figure to ascend within the party.
- Clay Travis: "I think what's going to happen with Schumer is Republicans, if they get the right candidates... will pick up seats in the Senate... I think Schumer will announce this is his final term." [31:30]
Buck underscores the challenges Democrats face in maintaining Senate majority amidst rising Republican candidates.
- Buck Sexton: "AOC is a political brand... she has the media profile... it's a politician celebrity." [33:11]
9. Listener Talkbacks and Anecdotes
Timestamp: [38:43] - [41:33]
The episode concludes with listener feedback and humorous exchanges between Clay and Buck. A listener from Oklahoma City comments on a previous segment's discussion about media content preferences, leading to a lighthearted banter about nudity and violence in television.
- Listener Jasmine Crockett: "Bucky kind of stole my heart yesterday when you were talking about a television show being too body..." [39:41]
Buck and Clay share a playful moment, further humanizing the hosts and engaging with their audience.
Conclusion
In Hour 3 - A New Low for Democrats, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton offer a critical examination of recent political events and figures within the Democratic Party. From scrutinizing media ethics and internal party dynamics to highlighting potential shifts in political leadership, the hosts present their perspectives with a blend of analysis and humor. Notable quotes throughout the episode underscore their skepticism towards media-driven narratives and their predictions for the evolving landscape of American politics.
Notable Quotes:
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Clay Travis:
"The reporter not acknowledging himself and admitting when he recognized that he had no business being on the text chain is actually the more indefensible in many ways morally." [06:15] -
Buck Sexton:
"AOC is a politician brand... she has huge social media recognition." [32:58] -
Clay Travis:
"She's a politician celebrity. It's different. She's not just a politician, she's a politician celebrity." [34:27] -
Chuck Schumer:
"Look, I'm not stepping down... Under a shutdown, the executive branch has sole power to determine what is, quote, essential." [29:09]
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