A podcast by Senator Ted Cruz [R-TX] is among the most popular on the internet. Senator Cruz started his Verdict podcast tree years ago during the first Trump impeachment trial. Since then it’s popularity has soared as millions tune in to hear Cruz dismantle his political opponents, a promote GOP talking points. According to the podcast tracking site PodBay, Verdict  ranks among the top podcasts in the “politics” category . It’s among the top 25 among all “news” podcasts,