Blame on Democrats:


The term “Schumer Shutdown” is updated to “Schumer–Hakeem Jeffries Shutdown.”


Jeffries is criticized for rejecting a one-year ACA subsidy extension that could have reopened the government.


The commentary accuses Democrats of “orchestrating” the shutdown for political leverage.


Defense of Republicans and Trump:


Quotes from Donald Trump emphasize his claim of a “landslide victory” and frame the shutdown as a “kamikaze attack” by Democrats.


The narrative presents Trump as calm and proactive despite the crisis, promising “good things are going to happen.”


Impact on Ordinary Americans:


Focuses on economic and emotional stress caused by the shutdown — e.g., furloughed federal workers and air traffic controllers missing paychecks.


Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is quoted describing strain on workers and air travel disruptions (notably in Burbank, CA).


Criticism of ACA Costs:


The Affordable Care Act is described as “never affordable,” with claims that premiums could increase by over $10,000 a month.


Democrats are accused of demanding excessive funding to maintain ACA subsidies.


Political Spin and Language:


The rhetoric is strongly partisan, labeling Democrats as “radical,” “orchestrating pain,” and calling some “MAGA extremists.”


The tone aligns with right-leaning political media, highlighting grievances against Democratic leaders while emphasizing Republican resolve.

Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening

X: https://x.com/benfergusonshow

<ul>
<li data-start="848" data-end="1167">
Blame on Democrats:
<ul data-start="878" data-end="1167">
<li data-start="878" data-end="957">
The term &ldquo;Schumer Shutdown&rdquo; is updated to &ldquo;Schumer&ndash;Hakeem Jeffries Shutdown.&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="961" data-end="1073">
Jeffries is criticized for rejecting a one-year ACA subsidy extension that could have reopened the government.
</li>
<li data-start="1077" data-end="1167">
The commentary accuses Democrats of &ldquo;orchestrating&rdquo; the shutdown for political leverage.
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li data-start="1169" data-end="1469">
Defense of Republicans and Trump:
<ul data-start="1213" data-end="1469">
<li data-start="1213" data-end="1348">
Quotes from Donald Trump emphasize his claim of a &ldquo;landslide victory&rdquo; and frame the shutdown as a &ldquo;kamikaze attack&rdquo; by Democrats.
</li>
<li data-start="1352" data-end="1469">
The narrative presents Trump as calm and proactive despite the crisis, promising &ldquo;good things are going to happen.&rdquo;
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li data-start="1471" data-end="1799">
Impact on Ordinary Americans:
<ul data-start="1511" data-end="1799">
<li data-start="1511" data-end="1662">
Focuses on economic and emotional stress caused by the shutdown &mdash; e.g., furloughed federal workers and air traffic controllers missing paychecks.
</li>
<li data-start="1666" data-end="1799">
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is quoted describing strain on workers and air travel disruptions (notably in Burbank, CA).
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li data-start="1801" data-end="2047">
Criticism of ACA Costs:
<ul data-start="1835" data-end="2047">
<li data-start="1835" data-end="1962">
The Affordable Care Act is described as &ldquo;never affordable,&rdquo; with claims that premiums could increase by over $10,000 a month.
</li>
<li data-start="1966" data-end="2047">
Democrats are accused of demanding excessive funding to maintain ACA subsidies.
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li data-start="2049" data-end="2365">
Political Spin and Language:
<ul data-start="2088" data-end="2365">
<li data-start="2088" data-end="2215">
The rhetoric is strongly partisan, labeling Democrats as &ldquo;radical,&rdquo; &ldquo;orchestrating pain,&rdquo; and calling some &ldquo;MAGA extremists.&rdquo;
</li>
<li data-start="2219" data-end="2365">
The tone aligns with right-leaning political media, highlighting grievances against Democratic leaders while emphasizing Republican resolve.
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the&nbsp;<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-ben-ferguson-podcast%2Fid1386375601&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRobertoDiaz%40iheartmedia.com%7Cd55f297ce8824f6f31a808dddbf7fab7%7C122a527e5b714eba878d9810b495b9e3%7C0%7C0%7C638908580290104132%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=RRil7WRhuVH0YkqvMtYlSMRSI71cvsxmUy24iRBm1e8%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6">The Ben Ferguson Show</a> Podcast and <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-verdict-with-ted-cruz-56253661/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">Verdict with Ted Cruz</a> Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening
X:&nbsp;<a href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fx.com%2Fbenfergusonshow&amp;data=05%7C02%7CRobertoDiaz%40iheartmedia.com%7Cd55f297ce8824f6f31a808dddbf7fab7%7C122a527e5b714eba878d9810b495b9e3%7C0%7C0%7C638908580290178175%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=toMizYItYEpQnaEde%2BnCLJEal7XzVD%2BzvBtrHUIgbc4%3D&amp;reserved=0" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="10">https://x.com/benfergusonshow</a>

Hosted by popular national radio host, podcaster and political commentator Ben Ferguson, The 47 Morning Update spotlights the latest news and political headlines, with a special focus on the President's administration, policies, and agenda.

Join Ben for unfiltered insights, exclusive interviews, and honest commentary you won’t get from the mainstream media. Ben takes you behind the scenes, covering the issues shaping America today - straight from the President’s Oval Office.

Don’t miss a single episode. New updates drop daily, Monday through Saturday. Subscribe now on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you listen to podcasts—be informed, stay ahead, and join Ben on The 47 Morning Update!

Hosted by popular national radio host, podcaster and political commentator Ben Ferguson,&nbsp;The 47 Morning Update spotlights the latest news and political headlines, with a special focus on the President's administration, policies, and agenda.
Join Ben for unfiltered insights, exclusive interviews, and honest commentary you won&rsquo;t get from the mainstream media. Ben takes you behind the scenes, covering the issues shaping America today - straight from the President&rsquo;s Oval Office.
Don&rsquo;t miss a single episode. New updates drop daily, Monday through Saturday. Subscribe now on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you listen to podcasts&mdash;be informed, stay ahead, and join Ben on The 47 Morning Update!

The 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson

Day 7 Government Down-Hakeem Jeffries Jumps in w Schumer to Continue this Disaster

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/9bee1e94-d0df-403a-a798-b360004e3239/transcript