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EPISODE · Aug 8, 2026 · 37 MIN

Democratic Establishment Routed in MI & SAVE Act Popular, Washington Stalls

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Support for the SAVE Act remains strong in new polling, but the legislation has stalled in the Senate despite Republican control of the chamber. The bill would require proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections, and its supporters argue that broad public backing makes the delay increasingly difficult to explain.At the same time, a major Democratic Senate primary in Michigan is fueling debate about the future direction of the Democratic Party. Abdul El-Sayed's victory over establishment-backed candidate Haley Stevens is presented as evidence of growing influence from the party's progressive and democratic socialist wing. The episode also examines ongoing tensions with Iran, including statements from Donald Trump about diplomacy, military options, and negotiations involving regional allies in the Middle East. In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss new polling on the SAVE Act, why the bill remains stalled in the Senate, the political implications of Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan primary victory, what it signals about the Democratic Party's internal ideological struggle, and Donald Trump's latest comments regarding negotiations with Iran and the possibility of military action if diplomatic efforts fail. Topics Covered: New polling showing continued support for the SAVE Act and proof-of-citizenship voting requirements Senate gridlock and debate over advancing election integrity legislation Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Democratic Senate primary victory over Haley Stevens The growing influence of progressive and democratic socialist factions within the Democratic Party Reactions from Democratic leaders and political analysts following the Michigan results Donald Trump's comments on Iran, diplomacy, and potential military action Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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