The Ben Ferguson Podcast

1. Allegations of a Coup Against Donald Trump

• Tulsi Gabbard, identified as the Director of National Intelligence in this context, claims to have declassified over 100 documents.
• These documents allegedly show that President Barack Obama and his national security team fabricated intelligence in December 2016 to falsely suggest Russian interference in the 2016 election.
• Gabbard describes this as a “years-long coup” a...

1. Border Security:

   • Massive reduction in illegal crossings.
   • Record-low apprehensions.
   • $150 billion allocated to border infrastructure and enforcement.

2. Military Action in Iran:

   • Targeted bombing of Iran’s nuclear facilities.
   • No U.S. casualties; described as a decisive and successful operation.

3. The “Take It Down Act”:

   • Legislation to combat non-consensual intimate imagery and deepfake...

1. Immigration and Border Security

   • Criticism of the Biden administration’s immigration policies.
   • Discussion of ICE arrests in Houston, Texas, highlighting criminal records of certain undocumented immigrants.
   • Argument that illegal immigration affects congressional representation due to census counts.
   • Claims that Democrats support open borders for political gain.

2. Bill Maher and Immigration Debate

   • A segment ...

1. Media Coverage & Political Spin

   • Criticism of the Wall Street Journal for its reporting on Trump’s alleged connection to Epstein.
   • Chris Cuomo and other media figures are quoted criticizing the media's handling of the story.
   • Accusations that the media is using the Epstein case to damage Donald Trump politically.

2. Calls for Transparency

   • Repeated demands for the full release of the Epstein files, with r...

🏛️ 1. Supreme Court Ruling on Department of Education

• Context: President Trump had issued an executive order to shut down the U.S. Department of Education, aiming to return control of education to states and parents.
• Supreme Court Decision: A 6-3 ruling lifted an injunction that had blocked layoffs of nearly one-third of the department’s workforce.
• Key Figures:
  • Linda McMahon: Secretary of Education tasked with exec...

📰 1. Biden and the Autopen Controversy

• The discussion opens with a deep dive into a legal and political controversy involving President Joe Biden’s use of an autopen to sign off on mass pardons.
• The Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) had previously ruled that autopen use is valid only if the president personally makes the decision.
• The New York Times reported that Biden did not individually approve ea...

1. Epstein Files and Trump Controversy

• We open with a heated discussion about the renewed focus on the Jeffrey Epstein files, with calls for transparency.
• Senator Cruz outlines four principles for handling the Epstein case:
  1. Transparency – Release all information.
  2. Protect the victims – Especially minors in explicit materials.
  3. Release it all – No selective disclosure.
  4. Prosecute predators – Hold all a...

1. Jeffrey Epstein Scandal & Transparency:

   • The speaker demands full transparency regarding the Epstein case, especially the release of documents and names involved.
   • Emphasis is placed on protecting victims' identities while still exposing the truth.
   • Frustration is expressed over the lack of accountability—only Ghislaine Maxwell has been jailed.

2. Criticism of Media and Political Bias:

   • The Wall Street Jo...

🔥 1. Epstein Files and Trump Controversy

• We open with a heated discussion about the renewed focus on the Jeffrey Epstein files, with calls for transparency.
• Senator Cruz outlines four principles for handling the Epstein case:
  1. Transparency – Release all information.
  2. Protect the victims – Especially minors in explicit materials.
  3. Release it all – No selective disclosure.
  4. Prosecute predators – Hold al...

1. Medicaid Access for Undocumented Immigrants

   • Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt questions New York Governor Kathy Hochul about how many undocumented immigrants are receiving Medicaid benefits.
   • The piece criticizes the use of Section 1115 waivers in New York, suggesting they may be used to provide benefits to undocumented individuals.
   • It accuses Democratic leadership of avoiding transparency and prioritizing non-citizens over American...

🖊️ 1. Investigation into the Use of the Presidential Autopen During Joe Biden’s Presidency

• The White House Counsel's Office has reportedly opened an investigation into the alleged misuse of the autopen to sign executive orders, pardons, and other official documents during Joe Biden’s presidency.
• The claim is that Biden may not have been cognitively fit to make presidential decisions and that unelected staffers may...

1. Allegations Against Senator Adam Schiff

   • Former President Trump accuses Adam Schiff of mortgage fraud.
   • Claims that Schiff misrepresented his primary residence to obtain favorable mortgage terms.
   • Allegations span from 2009 to 2020, with a reclassification of the Maryland property in 2020.
   • Schiff denies the allegations, calling them politically motivated.

2. Trump’s Energy and Economic Announcements

   • Trump sp...

1. Allegations Regarding President Joe Biden’s Use of the Autopen for Pardons

• The podcast claims that President Biden may not have been fully aware of what he was signing via autopen during his final days in office.
• It references a New York Times article and a forthcoming book titled Original Sin.
• Allegations include:
  • Biden’s inner circle blocked him from campaign prep and briefings.
  • Chief of Staff Jeff Zients...

• Designation of the Muslim Brotherhood as a Terrorist Organization

  • Senator Cruz discusses his long-standing effort to designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist group.
  • He outlines the organization's history, global reach, and alleged ties to terrorism.
  • The conversation critiques past U.S. administrations, particularly the Obama and Biden administrations, for their handling of the Brotherhood.
  • Cruz introduces a &ldquo...

1. Violence Against ICE Agents

   • The episode discusses a reported 700% increase in assaults on ICE agents, attributing it to left-wing radical groups like Antifa.
   • Allegations include doxxing of ICE agents, targeting their homes and families, and physical ambushes.
   • Specific incidents are described, including:
     • A shooting at a marijuana farm in California.
     • An ambush in Texas where ten individuals were charged with atte...

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...