Hour 1 - Tragedy in Texas

In the Monday edition of the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show, the hosts opened Hour 1 discussing the devastating floods in Texas Hill Country that claimed over 80 lives with potentially 100+ casualties. The flooding occurred overnight at a historic church camp, with Clay noting the tragedy immediately became politicized with some blaming Trump voters. The hosts announced that Texas Congressman Chip Roy, who represents the affected Texas region, would join them in the third hour to provide updates on the disaster. A caller from Kerrville shared how the area had been experiencing drought conditions before the sudden devastating rainfall.

The hosts covered several other major news stories, including Trump signing the "big beautiful bill" on July 4th, providing tax certainty and addressing border security. They discussed New York City mayoral candidate Mamdani allegedly lying about his race on college applications, Netanyahu's meeting with Trump, and the Sean "Diddy" Combs verdict. Regarding Combs, both hosts expressed skepticism about the case, noting he was only found guilty on two prostitution charges rather than the more serious RICO charges that could have resulted in life imprisonment.

Clay and Buck questioned how Sean Combs amassed his wealth, with Clay stating, "Most people who are worth hundreds and hundreds of millions of dollars... Usually you have to build something," suggesting skepticism about Combs' financial success. They also discussed the earlier "sweetheart deal" Combs received before the current charges, drawing parallels to the controversial Jeffrey Epstein case and the unusual preferential treatment Epstein received in Florida during his first legal troubles.

Clay and Buck give a post–Independence Day recap and quickly dives into a packed hour of breaking news, political commentary, and a deep-dive into one of the most devastating natural disasters in recent Texas history. Clay and Buck reflect on their July 4th celebrations before turning to the major headlines dominating the national conversation.

The hour opens with analysis of a newly signed bill by President Donald Trump, which brings sweeping changes to tax policy and economic regulation. The hosts also spotlight a scandal involving the Democrat nominee for New York City mayor, Zohran Mamdani, who was caught lying about his race on college applications—raising questions about identity politics and integrity in public office.

International affairs are also on the docket, with updates on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit with Trump, and the legal fallout surrounding Sean “Diddy” Combs, who was found not guilty on major charges but convicted on two prostitution-related counts. The hosts dissect the implications of the verdict and what it means for celebrity accountability.

The catastrophic flooding in Texas, which struck over the July 4th weekend. The hosts provide a detailed and emotional account of the tragedy, which claimed dozens of lives—many of them young girls and counselors at the historic Camp Mystic. With over 80 confirmed dead and more missing, the segment explores the failures of early warning systems, the politicization of natural disasters, and the heroic efforts of first responders. Clay and Buck emphasize the need for improved emergency alert infrastructure, such as flood sirens, especially for overnight events.

Listeners are encouraged to support local charities aiding flood victims, and the hosts open the phone lines to hear firsthand accounts from those affected in Kerrville and Ingram, Texas.
The hour also includes a public service warning about cyber scams, specifically fake passport renewal websites, and promotes LifeLock as a trusted solution for identity theft protection.

Finally, the hosts revisit the Jeffrey Epstein case, expressing deep skepticism over the DOJ’s recent statements. They question the legitimacy of Epstein’s wealth, the destruction of key evidence, and the lack of transparency surrounding the so-called “client list.” The discussion underscores ongoing public distrust in institutional accountability and the need for further investigation.

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