The Ben Ferguson Podcast

1. Senator Rand Paul's Criminal Referral of Dr. Anthony Fauci

• Context: Senator Paul has reissued a criminal referral to the DOJ against Dr. Fauci, citing perjury related to his 2021 Senate testimony on gain-of-function research in Wuhan.
• Controversy: The referral is tied to President Biden’s use of an autopen to sign pardons, including one for Fauci. If the autopen-signed pardons are ruled invalid, Fauci could face prose...

1. Trump Administration's Tariff Policies:

   • Discussion of new tariffs imposed by President Trump, including:
     • A 50% tariff on Brazil, despite a longstanding U.S. trade surplus with the country.
     • A 50% tariff on copper imports, justified as a national security measure.
   • Emphasis on Trump's "America First" approach and frustration with foreign governments, particularly Brazil’s judiciary and former Pre...

1. One-Year Reflection on Assassination Attempt:

   • Trump reflects on the assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, expressing confidence in the security services despite acknowledging mistakes.
   • He emphasizes the dangers of being president and reaffirms his commitment to serving the American people.

2. Policy Achievements and Vision:

   • Trump discusses his mission to "put Americans first" and highlights legislative...

President Trump's Visit

• President Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump and several officials, visited the region a week after the disaster.
• The visit included:
  • A helicopter tour of the devastation.
  • Meetings with first responders, local leaders, and families of victims.
  • A roundtable discussion where Trump emphasized unity and competence in the emergency response.
  • Prais...

🇺🇸 U.S. Trade Policy and Tariffs

• Ben discusses President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff strategy, including:
  • A 30% tariff on South Africa and an additional 10% surcharge for "anti-American policies."
  • Tariffs on 14 countries including Malaysia, Tunisia, Kazakhstan, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Serbia, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan.
  • The use of letters sent to countries as a formal notice of tariff imposition.
  ...

🌀 1. Coverage of a Devastating Flood in Kerrville, Texas

This portion of the text is a dramatic and highly descriptive account of a catastrophic flood that struck the Hill Country region of Texas, particularly affecting Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls. Key points include:

• Visit by President Trump and First Lady Melania: They toured the flood-affected areas, met with grieving families, and praised first responde...

📰 1. Alleged Iranian Threats Against Donald Trump

• Claims: Iranian clerics have issued fatwas (Islamic legal rulings) calling for the torture and assassination of Donald Trump, other Americans, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
• Response: The group United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) is urging the U.S. government to impose sanctions on 11 individuals and 2 entities in Iran.
• Legal Basis: They cite Executive Order 132...

🏕️ Camp Mystic Flood Tragedy

• A devastating flood struck Camp Mystic in Texas, killing 27 people, including 16 young girls and the camp director, Dick Eastland.
• The Senator recounts a personal and emotional visit to the site, describing the destruction, grief of families, and the heartbreaking sight of children’s belongings scattered across the camp.
• Emphasis is placed on the historical rarity of such flooding at the cam...

🧷 1. Assassination Attempt on Donald Trump (Butler, Pennsylvania)

• Incident Overview: A bullet grazed Trump's ear during a rally in Butler, PA, narrowly missing a fatal shot.
• Secret Service Failures:
  • Six agents were suspended (10–45 days) for security lapses.
  • Failures included unsecured rooftops, missing radios, and poor coordination with local law enforcement.
  • The shooter was reportedly spotted 10 minutes before Tr...

1. Violence Against ICE Agents and Political Rhetoric

• Ben accuses Democratic politicians of inciting violence against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents.
• It cites a 700% increase in assaults on ICE agents and attributes this to inflammatory rhetoric from Democratic leaders.
• Specific incidents are mentioned, including a July 4th ambush near a Texas detention center where an ICE officer was shot.
• Several Democ...

📍 1. Texas Floods

• Event: Catastrophic flooding in Kerr County, Texas, particularly affecting Camp Mystic, a historic girls' summer camp.
• Impact:
  • 119 confirmed dead, ~200 missing.
  • The Guadalupe River rose 30 feet in under an hour due to 1.8 trillion gallons of rainwater.
  • RVs and cabins were swept away; many victims were vacationers.
• Response: Senator Cruz and President Trump planned to visit the area. Cruz describe...

🔍 1. Investigation into John Brennan and James Comey

• Ben discuss the FBI's criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey regarding their roles in the Trump-Russia probe.
• The commentary frames the investigation as a response to what the hosts describe as a “coup attempt” against Donald Trump.
• Brennan’s televised response is criticized, with the hosts accusing...

1. Allegations Regarding President Joe Biden's Health and Fitness for Office

• The first story centers on claims of a cover-up concerning President Biden's mental and physical health.
• It highlights a House Oversight Committee investigation, led by Representative James Comer, into whether Biden was mentally fit to serve.
• A key figure in the investigation is Dr. Kevin O'Connor, Biden’s former White House physician, who ...

🇨🇳 Foreign Ownership of U.S. Farmland

• Concerns are raised about Chinese nationals purchasing large amounts of U.S. farmland, particularly near military bases.
• The commentary accuses the Biden administration of being compromised by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
• Brooke Rawins and the USDA are highlighted for launching the National Farm Security Action Plan, which includes:
  • Banning foreign adversaries from buying U.S....

1. Allegations Against U.S. Intelligence Officials:

   • Claims that former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey are under criminal investigation for their roles in the Trump-Russia probe.
   • Suggests that the probe was a politically motivated "coup attempt" to remove Donald Trump from office.
   • Mentions that CIA Director John Ratcliffe referred evidence of wrongdoing to the FBI.

2. Claims of Chinese Int...