Podcast Summary: The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show – Hour 3 Featuring Texas Senator John Cornyn

Release Date: August 13, 2025
Episode: Hour 3 - TX Sen. John Cornyn
Host: Clay Travis and Buck Sexton
Guest: Senator John Cornyn of Texas

1. Introduction to Senator John Cornyn’s Appearance

In the third hour of "The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show," hosts Clay Travis and Buck Sexton welcome Texas Senator John Cornyn to discuss pressing political issues affecting the nation and Texas. The conversation delves into topics such as the safety of Washington D.C., Democratic obstruction of Trump’s judicial nominations, and the dynamics of Texas primary races.

2. Safety in Washington D.C. and Trump’s Initiatives

Discussion Highlights:

• Senator Cornyn on D.C. Safety:

  Senator Cornyn addresses the ongoing safety concerns in Washington D.C., attributing the city's lack of safety to ineffective handling of juvenile offenders. He emphasizes the need for stricter law enforcement measures to restore order.

  [03:35] Senator John Cornyn: "First of all, no, the District of Columbia is not safe. Juveniles, juvenile offenders basically have a free hand because under current city council and U.S. Attorney... they're effectively adults."

• Support for U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro:

  Highlighting his support for Jeanine Pirro's appointment as the new U.S. Attorney for D.C., Cornyn expresses optimism that her leadership will enhance law and order in the capital.

  [03:35] Senator John Cornyn: "I was very happy to support Jeanine Pirro as the new U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia."

3. Democratic Obstruction of Trump’s Judicial Nominations

Discussion Highlights:

• Obstruction Tactics:

  The hosts and Senator Cornyn discuss the Democratic Party's persistent efforts to block President Trump’s judicial nominees, which Cornyn describes as "simply intolerable."

  [06:37] Senator John Cornyn: "The Democrats have simply resisted each and every Trump nominee for no better reason than Trump nominated them. And we will..."

• Nuclear Option Explanation:

  Cornyn elaborates on the Senate's potential use of the "nuclear option" to overcome Democratic resistance by changing the rules to allow the confirmation of pending nominees, likening it to past procedural shifts initiated by former Majority Leader Harry Reid.

  [08:17] Senator John Cornyn: "This blockade of President Trump's nominees is simply intolerable, and we're not going to tolerate it anymore."

• Impact on Federal Judiciary:

  The discussion underscores the long-term implications of blocked nominations, noting that federal judges hold lifetime appointments, which can significantly influence the judicial landscape.

4. Texas Primary Races and Senator Cornyn’s Candidacy

Discussion Highlights:

• Contested Primary:

  Senator Cornyn reveals that he is in the midst of a heated primary battle for his Senate seat, emphasizing his strong support for President Trump and his policies.

  [09:54] Senator John Cornyn: "Yes, I am in a contested primary. We have the earliest primary, I believe, in the country, which is March 3rd."

• Opponent’s Viability:

  Cornyn critiques his primary opponent, Attorney General Ken Paxton, suggesting that Paxton's record may jeopardize the Republican hold on the Senate seat.

  [10:15] Senator John Cornyn: "The attorney general, the current attorney general of our state, has a record that will cause him to lose the general election if, in fact, he is the nominee."

• Beto O'Rourke’s Political Future:

  When questioned about Beto O'Rourke’s potential candidacy in Texas, Cornyn dismisses O'Rourke as out of step with Texas voters, labeling him as non-viable for statewide office.

  [11:50] Senator John Cornyn: "He is simply out of consistent, out of step with, I would call, Texas mainstream voters. He could run maybe for Senate or governor in California, but he sure is out of step with Texans and he's not a viable candidate."

• Support for Party Candidates:

  Cornyn affirms his commitment to supporting the Republican nominee, regardless of who it may be, underscoring unity within the party.

  [13:06] Senator John Cornyn: "But traditionally, what I've done, I've always done, is support the nominee in my party, no matter who it is."

5. Audience Interactions and Light-Hearted Exchanges

Discussion Highlights:

While the core of the conversation focused on serious political matters, the hosts and Senator Cornyn also engaged in light-hearted exchanges with listeners:

• First Date Anecdotes:

  Listeners shared humorous stories about awkward first dates involving gift cards and unconventional transportation, prompting laughs and camaraderie between the hosts and Senator Cornyn.

  [24:26] Listener Melissa: "I still give him crap about paying with that gift card."

  [29:00] Senator John Cornyn: "My wife's coffee was free."

• Challenges and Bets:

  Fun challenges were posed, such as Buck Sexton being asked about serving a 100-mile-per-hour tennis serve, which Senator Cornyn humorously compared to his own athletic endeavors.

  [33:10] Senator Cornyn: "So I'm just saying JJ's got your back here."

6. Concluding Remarks and Future Engagements

Senator Cornyn concluded his appearance by promoting upcoming political contests and encouraging listeners to stay engaged with the show's platforms across various social media channels. He also mentioned his and Buck Sexton’s forthcoming books, emphasizing their commitment to influencing national discourse through their publications.

[41:03] Senator John Cornyn: "And we would appreciate it. Buck's book will be up in January. It will be as soon as it's up."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• On D.C. Safety:

  [03:35] Senator John Cornyn: "The District of Columbia is not safe... juveniles basically have a free hand."

• On Democratic Obstruction:

  [06:37] Senator John Cornyn: "The Democrats have simply resisted each and every Trump nominee for no better reason than Trump nominated them."

• On Primary Races:

  [09:54] Senator John Cornyn: "We have the earliest primary in the country, which is March 3rd."

• On Supporting the Republican Nominee:

  [13:06] Senator John Cornyn: "I support the nominee in my party, no matter who it is."

Conclusion

In this engaging episode of "The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show," Senator John Cornyn provided insightful commentary on critical political issues, including law and order in Washington D.C., the Democratic Party's resistance to Trump’s judicial nominations, and the dynamics of Texas' primary elections. The blend of serious political discourse with light-hearted audience interactions made for a comprehensive and entertaining listening experience.