Hour 1 of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic and politically charged start to the day, packed with high-impact commentary and exclusive interviews. Clay Travis hosts solo while Buck Sexton is away on vacation, diving into key national issues and spotlighting major political developments.

The hour opens with breaking political news: Senator Marsha Blackburn announces her candidacy for Governor of Tennessee, joining Clay for an in-depth interview later in the hour. Blackburn outlines her conservative vision for Tennessee, emphasizing economic growth, education reform, crime reduction, and support for law enforcement. She also discusses federal initiatives like raising the retirement age for pilots, enhancing community care for veterans, and implementing online safety legislation for children.

Clay also previews upcoming interviews with Michael Whatley, the GOP nominee for Senate in North Carolina, and Senator Tim Scott of South Carolina, highlighting the 2026 Senate battlegrounds and the broader implications for the America First agenda.

A major theme throughout the hour is violent crime in American cities, with Clay spotlighting disturbing incidents in Cincinnati and Memphis. He shares the story of Holly, a single mother who was brutally attacked, and critiques the justice system’s failure to keep repeat offenders off the streets. Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno invited Holly to speak out about the crime. Clay praises Judge Jeanine Pirro and President Donald Trump for taking strong stances on law and order, including Trump’s proposal to federalize the D.C. police force and demand a new U.S. census to correct errors from 2020 and prepare for 2030.

The show also explores the political debate over crime statistics, contrasting claims of declining crime rates with real-life safety concerns. Clay argues for empowering police, holding judges accountable, and ensuring cities like Washington D.C. and Memphis become safe again for families.

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