Hour 3 - Simone Says Sorry

Hour 3 of The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show delivers a dynamic and wide-ranging discussion from Washington, D.C., where Clay and Buck are meeting with key political figures, including President Donald Trump and top senators. This hour features in-depth commentary on Second Amendment rights, as Buck shares his recent NRA Pistol Instructor Certification experience and discusses the importance of firearms training with Clay, whose family is also actively engaged in gun safety education. The hosts dive into the cultural and political implications of Simone Biles’ controversial comments about Riley Gaines, highlighting the backlash Biles received for attacking Gaines’ appearance amid a broader debate on fairness in women’s sports. Clay and Buck analyze Biles’ PR-crafted apology and contrast it with Gaines’ authentic, articulate response, reinforcing their stance on protecting competitive integrity in female athletics. Immigration policy takes center stage as the hosts examine President Trump’s surging approval ratings on the issue, citing new data from CNN’s Harry Enten. They emphasize the dramatic shift among immigrant voters, who now favor stricter immigration enforcement, and criticize the Biden administration’s failure to secure the southern border. The conversation includes sharp critiques of Democratic leaders like Rep. Linda Sánchez, who downplayed violent protests in Los Angeles by comparing them to sports celebrations. Clay and Buck also preview upcoming interviews with prominent lawmakers, including Senator Marco Rubio, to discuss pressing foreign policy issues such as Ukraine and Iran. They reflect on the changing political landscape in D.C. under President Trump’s leadership and the growing support for his policies, particularly among legal immigrants and working-class communities.