Verdict with Ted Cruz: FBI Re-Opens Investigations & Explosive Allegations

Release Date: May 28, 2025
Hosts: Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson
Network: Premiere Networks

Introduction to New FBI Investigations

Timestamp: [03:17] - [08:24]

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and co-host Ben Ferguson delve into three high-profile cases that the FBI has recently decided to re-open:

1. Cocaine Found in the White House:
   “Just yesterday, cocaine was found in the White House...” [03:39]

2. Pipe Bomb Planted Outside the DNC:
   “...a pipe bomb was planted outside the DNC...” [03:39]

3. Leak of the Supreme Court's Dobbs Decision:
   “...a secret leak from the Supreme Court of a decision the court had not yet issued...” [03:39]

These investigations are particularly significant given the previous administration's handling of such incidents, which, according to Cruz and Ferguson, involved cover-ups and inadequate responses.

Cocaine in the White House

Timestamp: [08:24] - [20:57]

Ben Ferguson, drawing from his experience in the George W. Bush White House, emphasizes the severity of cocaine being discovered so close to the Situation Room:

• White House Layout Clarification:
  “...if you walk in the West Wing from basically the eeob, the Old Executive or the Eisenhower Building...” [12:17]

• Implications of the Discovery:
  “The cocaine was not far from the Situation Room... should have been reported immediately...” [20:57]

Senator Cruz underscores the importance of proper investigations, stating, “...they are going to investigate and I hope they're going to find the wrongdoers...” [08:24]

Pipe Bomb Outside the DNC

Timestamp: [20:57] - [37:35]

The discussion shifts to the pipe bomb incident linked to the January 6th events:

• Lack of Initial Investigation:
  “...we've had four plus years transpire and we know nothing about the actual terrorist who planted a pipe bomb...” [20:57]

• Potential Threat and Underlying Issues:
  “...it could have resulted in a serious loss of life if it hadn't [been found]...” [20:57]

Ben raises critical questions about the initial inaction: “Why was it not investigated?” [22:08]

Senator Cruz responds by highlighting possible reasons, including political weaponization: “...the weaponization of the Department of Justice and the FBI... was designed ultimately to fight democracy...” [08:24]

Supreme Court's Dobbs Leak

Timestamp: [37:35] - [47:58]

The leaker of the Dobbs Supreme Court Opinion becomes a focal point:

• Impact on the Judiciary:
  “...it did irreparable damage to the trust between the Justices...” [22:08]

• Suspected Culprits:
  “I refuse to believe a Justice did that... it was very likely a law clerk...” [08:24]

• Call for Transparency:
  “I think we did not get a thorough investigation into it... prosecuting them and locking them up.” [08:24]

Senator Cruz expresses confidence in the new FBI leadership's ability to address these issues effectively.

James Comey's Explosive Comments

Timestamp: [31:18] - [38:35]

A particularly controversial segment involves former FBI Director James Comey:

• Alleged Advocacy for Murdering Trump:
  “...the former head of the FBI publicly calling for the murder of the President...” [31:18]

• Interpretation of Comey's Tweet:
  “...seashells on the beach that spell out 86, 47... 86 is standard slang for killing...” [31:18]

• Legal Implications:
  “...18 USC section 871 provides... threatening the President of the United States is a felony…” [36:35]

Ben Ferguson critiques Comey's actions, labeling them as “mocking” and indicative of a “level of contempt” [35:24]. The hosts discuss the potential legal consequences and the impact on national security.

NPR Lawsuit Against the Trump Administration

Timestamp: [38:35] - [47:58]

The episode also covers NPR's lawsuit challenging President Trump's executive order to defund them and PBS:

• Lawsuit's Claims:
  “...it is not always obvious when the government has acted with a retaliatory purpose in violation of the First Amendment.” [38:35]

• Senator Cruz's Critique:
  “You can't defund NPR simply because... their news and other content is not fair, accurate or unbiased.” [38:35]

• NPR's Defense and Challenges:
  NPR's CEO Catherine Marr highlights the First Amendment as a major hurdle:
  “The First Amendment stands in the way of what you want it to get done.” [43:21]

Senator Cruz sarcastically remarks on the situation:
“That pesky First Amendment. We want to censor, we want to silence voices we disagree with and that First Amendment stands in the way.” [46:38]

The hosts express skepticism about the feasibility of defunding NPR and PBS through regular legislative processes due to partisan gridlock.

Conclusion and Call to Action

Timestamp: [47:58] - [48:51]

As the episode wraps up, Senator Cruz and Ben Ferguson reiterate the importance of law and order, criticizing the current administration's approach to justice:

• Law and Order Emphasis:
  “This goes back to the basic issue of Law and Order... treating everyone the same...” [30:57]

• Future Outlook:
  “Cash Patel and Dan Bongino are not your typical heads of the FBI... we'll keep you updated on it.” [38:17]

The episode concludes with a strong stance against perceived political bias and a call for accountability within federal institutions.

Notable Quotes

• Senator Ted Cruz on FBI Investigations:
  “...they are going to investigate and I hope they're going to find the wrongdoers, find the criminals, prosecute them and put them in jail.” [08:24]

• Ben Ferguson on White House Cocaine Discovery:
  “If you walk in the West Wing from basically the eeob... you can tell someone is full of it...” [15:28]

• Senator Cruz on James Comey's Actions:
  “He is not in trouble for walking on the beach with his wife. He is... in trouble for publicly advocating the murder of the president of the United States.” [37:35]

• Catherine Marr on NPR's Challenges:
  “The First Amendment is a fairly robust protection of rights... it's tricky to address some of the real challenges...” [43:21]

Key Takeaways

1. FBI's Renewed Focus: The FBI is revisiting critical cases from the previous administration, signaling a potential shift towards greater accountability.

2. Gravity of Internal Threats: Discoveries like cocaine in the White House and a pipe bomb at the DNC underscore vulnerabilities within federal institutions.

3. Supreme Court Integrity at Risk: The leak of the Dobbs decision represents a significant breach of judicial confidentiality, with lasting implications for the rule of law.

4. Alarming Allegations Against James Comey: Accusations that a former FBI director advocated for the assassination of a sitting president raise serious national security concerns.

5. Media Funding Controversy: NPR’s lawsuit highlights ongoing tensions between government actions and First Amendment protections, questioning the boundaries of free speech and governmental interference.

6. Calls for Transparency and Reform: Both hosts emphasize the need for transparent investigations and reforms to restore public trust in federal institutions.

Conclusion

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, the hosts provide a critical analysis of recent developments within the FBI and broader federal institutions. They advocate for accountability, transparency, and adherence to law and order, while challenging perceived biases and misconduct at high levels of government.