Verdict with Ted Cruz

Another American Hostage Home plus USAID Sending Millions to Hamas & Trump and Elon Detail More Outrageous Spending

Feb 12, 2025
The return of American hostage Mark Fogel sparks a discussion on U.S. diplomatic triumphs and national security implications. Allegations of USAID funding inadvertently supporting terrorist groups raise concerns about American taxpayer dollars. Reflections on hostage negotiations highlight contrasting approaches from different administrations. Urgency for the return of hostages held by Hamas underscores the need for cohesive leadership. Controversies around government funding decisions under the Biden administration reveal inefficiencies and calls for reform.
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ANECDOTE

Hostage Release

  • Mark Fogel, an American detained in Russia since 2021, was released.
  • He reunited with President Trump in the Oval Office.
INSIGHT

Strength and Hostage Negotiation

  • Ted Cruz suggests that Fogel's release demonstrates Trump's strength as a leader.
  • He argues that enemies fear Trump, leading to successful hostage negotiations.
INSIGHT

USAID Funding Controversy

  • USAID, under the Biden administration, funded anti-Israel groups and entities linked to terrorism.
  • This funding fueled internal friction across multiple administrations.
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