1. Cultural Debate on Santa Claus
UK museum’s guidance to “decolonize” Father Christmas.
Santa is criticized for being “too white” and “too male.”
Suggests changes like:

Santa working alongside elves to show equality.
Mrs. (Mother) Christmas taking a more prominent role.
Removing the “naughty or nice” list, which is framed as colonial and judgmental.
Links these ideas to broader critiques of patriarchy, colonialism, and Christianity, portraying them as part of a “woke” agenda.

2. Child Rescue Operations
U.S. law enforcement Operation Northern Lights, which has recovered 43 missing children in Florida and surrounding states.
Highlights risks these children faced (human trafficking, exploitation, domestic violence).
Frames the current administration as proactive compared to the previous one, which is accused of neglecting child safety for political reasons tied to immigration.

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1. Cultural Debate on Santa Claus
<ul>
<li>UK museum&rsquo;s guidance to &ldquo;decolonize&rdquo; Father Christmas.</li>
<li>Santa is criticized for being &ldquo;too white&rdquo; and &ldquo;too male.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Suggests changes like:
<ul>
<li>Santa working alongside elves to show equality.</li>
<li>Mrs. (Mother) Christmas taking a more prominent role.</li>
<li>Removing the &ldquo;naughty or nice&rdquo; list, which is framed as colonial and judgmental.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Links these ideas to broader critiques of patriarchy, colonialism, and Christianity, portraying them as part of a &ldquo;woke&rdquo; agenda.<a href="https://iheartmedia-my.sharepoint.com/personal/1112655_iheartmedia_com/Documents/Microsoft%20Copilot%20Chat%20Files/santa%20is%20to%20white%20saving%20children.txt"></a></li>
</ul>
2. Child Rescue Operations
<ul>
<li>U.S. law enforcement&nbsp;Operation Northern Lights, which has recovered&nbsp;43 missing children in Florida and surrounding states.</li>
<li>Highlights risks these children faced (human trafficking, exploitation, domestic violence).</li>
<li>Frames the current administration as proactive compared to the previous one, which is accused of neglecting child safety for political reasons tied to immigration.</li>
</ul>
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Operation Northern Lights Saving Children at Christmas plus Santa Too White, Too Male

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Massive Interest Payments on National Debt
$1.2 trillion spent on interest payments in 2025 alone, making it the third-largest government expense after Social Security and Medicare.
Highlights the unsustainable nature of U.S. borrowing and debt ($38.4 trillion total).


Animal Experimentation
$13.8 million for beagle experiments involving tick-borne illnesses.
$5.2 million for dosing beagles with cocaine and methamphetamines.
$14.6 million for monkey experiments where monkeys play a Price Is Right-style video game with head posts screwed into their skulls.
$1 million for forcing teenage ferrets to binge drink for 90 days before being killed.


Questionable Research and Projects
$2.1 million for a four-year project collecting saliva samples at EDM festivals to test for drugs.
$2.9 million to study whether toddlers using iPads affects development.
$1.9 million for mobile phone interventions targeting childhood obesity in Latino families.


Media and Cultural Spending
$40 million for COVID-19 vaccine promotion after the pandemic ended.
$1.5 million to promote U.S. films and video games abroad.
$244,000 for a Pakistani children’s climate cartoon.
$3.3 million for an anti-racism campus program at Northwestern University.


Infrastructure and Immigration Costs
$7.5 billion allocated for EV infrastructure, resulting in only 68 charging stations built.
$22.6 billion spent on migrant benefits.


Miscellaneous
$2.5 million to promote insect consumption.
$1.5 million for influencer-led anti-drug TikTok campaigns.

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<ul>
<li>
Massive Interest Payments on National Debt
<ul>
<li>$1.2 trillion spent on interest payments in 2025 alone, making it the third-largest government expense after Social Security and Medicare.</li>
<li>Highlights the unsustainable nature of U.S. borrowing and debt ($38.4 trillion total).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Animal Experimentation
<ul>
<li>$13.8 million for beagle experiments involving tick-borne illnesses.</li>
<li>$5.2 million for dosing beagles with cocaine and methamphetamines.</li>
<li>$14.6 million for monkey experiments where monkeys play a Price Is Right-style video game with head posts screwed into their skulls.</li>
<li>$1 million for forcing teenage ferrets to binge drink for 90 days before being killed.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Questionable Research and Projects
<ul>
<li>$2.1 million for a four-year project collecting saliva samples at EDM festivals to test for drugs.</li>
<li>$2.9 million to study whether toddlers using iPads affects development.</li>
<li>$1.9 million for mobile phone interventions targeting childhood obesity in Latino families.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Media and Cultural Spending
<ul>
<li>$40 million for COVID-19 vaccine promotion after the pandemic ended.</li>
<li>$1.5 million to promote U.S. films and video games abroad.</li>
<li>$244,000 for a Pakistani children&rsquo;s climate cartoon.</li>
<li>$3.3 million for an anti-racism campus program at Northwestern University.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Infrastructure and Immigration Costs
<ul>
<li>$7.5 billion allocated for EV infrastructure, resulting in only 68 charging stations built.</li>
<li>$22.6 billion spent on migrant benefits.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Miscellaneous
<ul>
<li>$2.5 million to promote insect consumption.</li>
<li>$1.5 million for influencer-led anti-drug TikTok campaigns.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Monkeys Playing 'Price Is Right', Ferrets on a Bender & Beagles on Meth

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1. Christmas and Its Religious Significance
The discussion begins with warm holiday greetings and reflections on the meaning of Christmas.
Emphasis is placed on celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, highlighting its spiritual importance over commercial aspects like gifts and Santa Claus.
Ben and the Senator share personal traditions, such as reading Luke Chapter 2 during Christmas dinner, and discuss cultural practices (e.g., Cuban Christmas Eve celebrations with roasted pig vs. vegetarian meals).
There’s commentary on a resurgence of faith among younger generations, citing record-breaking Bible sales in 2025.

2. Economic Outlook and Media Bias
The conversation shifts to positive economic news: U.S. GDP growth of 4.3% in Q3, the strongest in two years.
They argue this growth contradicts negative media predictions and accuse mainstream outlets of political bias.
Key points include:

Strong consumer spending during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Positive impacts of trade policy, tax cuts, and deregulation under President Trump.
Criticism of media framing economic success negatively compared to previous administrations.

3. Welfare Fraud and Systemic Issues
Historic fraud in Minnesota’s Medicaid and welfare programs, estimated at $9 billion, and allegations that funds were diverted to terrorist organizations like Al Shabab.
Predicting similar fraud in other Democratic-led states (California, New York, Illinois).
Wall Street Journal op-ed by Phil Gramm and John Early is mentioned about structural flaws in the U.S. welfare system:

Welfare spending has surged 765% over 50 years, now costing $1.4 trillion annually.
Many benefits are not counted as income, creating misleading poverty statistics and perpetuating dependency.
The argument advocates for welfare reform to encourage work and reduce generational poverty.

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1. Christmas and Its Religious Significance
<ul>
<li>The discussion begins with warm holiday greetings and reflections on the meaning of Christmas.</li>
<li>Emphasis is placed on celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, highlighting its spiritual importance over commercial aspects like gifts and Santa Claus.</li>
<li>Ben and the Senator share personal traditions, such as reading Luke Chapter 2 during Christmas dinner, and discuss cultural practices (e.g., Cuban Christmas Eve celebrations with roasted pig vs. vegetarian meals).</li>
<li>There&rsquo;s commentary on a resurgence of faith among younger generations, citing record-breaking Bible sales in 2025.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. Economic Outlook and Media Bias
<ul>
<li>The conversation shifts to positive economic news: U.S. GDP growth of 4.3% in Q3, the strongest in two years.</li>
<li>They argue this growth contradicts negative media predictions and accuse mainstream outlets of political bias.</li>
<li>Key points include:
<ul>
<li>Strong consumer spending during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.</li>
<li>Positive impacts of trade policy, tax cuts, and deregulation under President Trump.</li>
<li>Criticism of media framing economic success negatively compared to previous administrations.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
3. Welfare Fraud and Systemic Issues
<ul>
<li>Historic fraud in Minnesota&rsquo;s Medicaid and welfare programs, estimated at $9 billion, and allegations that funds were diverted to terrorist organizations like Al Shabab.</li>
<li>Predicting similar fraud in other Democratic-led states (California, New York, Illinois).</li>
<li>Wall Street Journal op-ed by Phil Gramm and John Early is mentioned about structural flaws in the U.S. welfare system:
<ul>
<li>Welfare spending has surged 765% over 50 years, now costing $1.4 trillion annually.</li>
<li>Many benefits are not counted as income, creating misleading poverty statistics and perpetuating dependency.</li>
<li>The argument advocates for welfare reform to encourage work and reduce generational poverty.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Christ is Born, America is Working: Christmas Hope, Jobs Booming & Welfare Fraud Exposed

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Golden Fleet Announcement
Trump unveils plans for the construction of two massive battleships, described as:

The largest ever built.
“100 times more powerful” than previous Iowa-class ships.
Part of a new Golden Fleet to revitalize U.S. naval power.
Long-term vision: expand to 20–25 ships, boosting American shipbuilding and jobs.
Emphasis on national security, military supremacy, and economic benefits.


Press Conference Highlights
Trump positions himself as “the most transparent president in modern history”, answering questions on:

China, Venezuela, Iran, and oil tanker seizures.
Drug trafficking from Colombia.
U.S. investment and tariffs.
Healthcare insurer meetings.
Epstein files and photos involving Bill Clinton.


Epstein Files Discussion
Trump expresses discomfort with photos of Bill Clinton being released but frames the issue as a Democratic distraction from Republican successes.
Criticizes political opponents for using Epstein controversy to deflect from his administration’s achievements.


Economic & Trade Themes
Claims trillions in foreign investment flowing into the U.S. due to tariffs and pro-business policies.
Projects $18 trillion in investments within 10 months, aiming for $20 trillion.

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<ul>
<li>
Golden Fleet Announcement
<ul>
<li>Trump unveils plans for the construction of two massive battleships, described as:
<ul>
<li>The largest ever built.</li>
<li>&ldquo;100 times more powerful&rdquo; than previous Iowa-class ships.</li>
<li>Part of a new Golden Fleet to revitalize U.S. naval power.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Long-term vision: expand to 20&ndash;25 ships, boosting American shipbuilding and jobs.</li>
<li>Emphasis on national security, military supremacy, and economic benefits.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Press Conference Highlights
<ul>
<li>Trump positions himself as &ldquo;the most transparent president in modern history&rdquo;, answering questions on:
<ul>
<li>China, Venezuela, Iran, and oil tanker seizures.</li>
<li>Drug trafficking from Colombia.</li>
<li>U.S. investment and tariffs.</li>
<li>Healthcare insurer meetings.</li>
<li>Epstein files and photos involving Bill Clinton.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Epstein Files Discussion
<ul>
<li>Trump expresses discomfort with photos of Bill Clinton being released but frames the issue as a Democratic distraction from Republican successes.</li>
<li>Criticizes political opponents for using Epstein controversy to deflect from his administration&rsquo;s achievements.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Economic &amp; Trade Themes
<ul>
<li>Claims trillions in foreign investment flowing into the U.S. due to tariffs and pro-business policies.</li>
<li>Projects $18 trillion in investments within 10 months, aiming for $20 trillion.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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A Battleship Bombshell-Trump’s Navy Goes YUGE!

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Epstein File Release
The files include photos of former President Bill Clinton in compromising contexts:

On Epstein’s private plane with unidentified individuals.
In a pool with Ghislaine Maxwell and other women (faces redacted).
In a hot tub with a redacted woman.
The commentary argues that if these were photos of Donald Trump, media coverage would be relentless, but Clinton’s involvement is being downplayed.


Media and Political Bias
The author claims mainstream media and Democrats are minimizing Clinton’s ties to Epstein while previously weaponizing the Epstein case against Trump.
Suggests hypocrisy: Democrats demanded accountability for Trump without evidence, but now dismiss Clinton despite photographic proof of association.


Legal and Investigative Angle
Notes that the presence of photos does not prove criminal wrongdoing.
Mentions statements from legal experts and fact-checkers emphasizing no direct evidence of crimes by Clinton.
References Todd Blanche’s comments on Meet the Press, where he refused to confirm or deny an ongoing investigation into Clinton.


Historical Context
Recalls Clinton’s documented flights on Epstein’s private jet, visits to the White House by Epstein, and social interactions spanning the 1990s and early 2000s.
Highlights Clinton’s past scandals (e.g., Monica Lewinsky) to question credibility.

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<ul>
<li>
Epstein File Release
<ul>
<li>The files include photos of former President Bill Clinton in compromising contexts:
<ul>
<li>On Epstein&rsquo;s private plane with unidentified individuals.</li>
<li>In a pool with Ghislaine Maxwell and other women (faces redacted).</li>
<li>In a hot tub with a redacted woman.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The commentary argues that if these were photos of Donald Trump, media coverage would be relentless, but Clinton&rsquo;s involvement is being downplayed.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Media and Political Bias
<ul>
<li>The author claims mainstream media and Democrats are minimizing Clinton&rsquo;s ties to Epstein while previously weaponizing the Epstein case against Trump.</li>
<li>Suggests hypocrisy: Democrats demanded accountability for Trump without evidence, but now dismiss Clinton despite photographic proof of association.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Legal and Investigative Angle
<ul>
<li>Notes that the presence of photos does not prove criminal wrongdoing.</li>
<li>Mentions statements from legal experts and fact-checkers emphasizing no direct evidence of crimes by Clinton.</li>
<li>References Todd Blanche&rsquo;s comments on Meet the Press, where he refused to confirm or deny an ongoing investigation into Clinton.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Historical Context
<ul>
<li>Recalls Clinton&rsquo;s documented flights on Epstein&rsquo;s private jet, visits to the White House by Epstein, and social interactions spanning the 1990s and early 2000s.</li>
<li>Highlights Clinton&rsquo;s past scandals (e.g., Monica Lewinsky) to question credibility.</li>
</ul>
</li>
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Operation Hawkeye
A large-scale U.S. military strike targeting ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites across more than 70 locations in Syria.
Ordered by President Trump in response to an ambush that killed two U.S. service members and a civilian interpreter.
Objective: Deliver a “declaration of vengeance,” not a declaration of war.


Military Details
Use of precision munitions and advanced aircraft (F-15s, A-10s, F-16s), helicopters, and artillery.
Over 100 precision strikes aimed at ISIS logistics, command centers, and storage depots to minimize collateral damage.
Coalition involvement: Jordanian jets participated, showing multinational cooperation.


Casualties and Context
Attack followed the killing of two Iowa National Guard soldiers and a civilian translator during a meeting near Palmyra, Syria.
U.S. dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base attended by President Trump.


Strategic Impact
Intended to degrade ISIS operational capabilities and deter future attacks.
Reinforces Trump’s doctrine: Any attack on U.S. personnel will be met with overwhelming force.
Broader campaign includes previous strikes in Somalia targeting ISIS leadership.

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<ul>
<li>
Operation Hawkeye
<ul>
<li>A large-scale U.S. military strike targeting ISIS fighters, infrastructure, and weapons sites across more than 70 locations in Syria.</li>
<li>Ordered by President Trump in response to an ambush that killed two U.S. service members and a civilian interpreter.</li>
<li>Objective: Deliver a &ldquo;declaration of vengeance,&rdquo; not a declaration of war.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Military Details
<ul>
<li>Use of precision munitions and advanced aircraft (F-15s, A-10s, F-16s), helicopters, and artillery.</li>
<li>Over 100 precision strikes aimed at ISIS logistics, command centers, and storage depots to minimize collateral damage.</li>
<li>Coalition involvement: Jordanian jets participated, showing multinational cooperation.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Casualties and Context
<ul>
<li>Attack followed the killing of two Iowa National Guard soldiers and a civilian translator during a meeting near Palmyra, Syria.</li>
<li>U.S. dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base attended by President Trump.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Strategic Impact
<ul>
<li>Intended to degrade ISIS operational capabilities and deter future attacks.</li>
<li>Reinforces Trump&rsquo;s doctrine: Any attack on U.S. personnel will be met with overwhelming force.</li>
<li>Broader campaign includes previous strikes in Somalia targeting ISIS leadership.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Operation Hawkeye-ISIS Gets Front-Row Seats to Shock and Awe 2.0!

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1. Immigration and Housing
Mass immigration under President Biden increased rental demand and housing prices.
Trump’s deportations and border enforcement are lowering rents and home prices.
Median age of first-time homebuyers is rising above 40 (highest since WWI).
Wharton study: “Every 1% population increase → rents up 1%.”
Recent rent declines (−1.1% YoY, −5.2% vs. 2022 peak).

   Tax Policy Changes (2026)
Highlights upcoming measures:

No tax on tips
No tax on overtime
No tax on Social Security for seniors
Suggests millions will receive IRS refunds starting January.

   HUD Report
HUD finds that immigration significantly drove up housing demand and prices, especially for low-income Americans without assistance.

2. DOJ/FBI and Mar-a-Lago Raid
Newly released emails show FBI doubted probable cause for the 2022 raid but proceeded under pressure from Biden DOJ.
There were political motives behind the raid, calling it “abuse of power.”
Lack of whistleblowers and calls for congressional hearings.

3. Last 3 BIG WINS of this past year


   Space
Announces $10 billion investment in NASA and commercial space through the Working Families tax cut.
Goal: U.S. lunar landing by 2028 (ahead of China’s 2030 target).
Emphasizes jobs (50,000+ in Texas), national security, and inspiration for youth.

   Automotive Policy
CAFE standards were “zeroed out” to reduce car costs and improve safety.
Biden-era fuel economy rules are an attempt to ban internal combustion engines.

   Online Safety – “Take It Down Act”
Makes posting non-consensual intimate imagery (including AI deepfakes) a felony.
Grants victims a statutory right to demand immediate removal from platforms.
Bipartisan passage and signing in the Rose Garden with First Lady Melania Trump.

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1. Immigration and Housing
<ul>
<li>Mass immigration under President Biden increased rental demand and housing prices.</li>
<li>Trump&rsquo;s deportations and border enforcement are lowering rents and home prices.</li>
<li>Median age of first-time homebuyers is rising above 40 (highest since WWI).</li>
<li>Wharton study: &ldquo;Every 1% population increase &rarr; rents up 1%.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Recent rent declines (&minus;1.1% YoY, &minus;5.2% vs. 2022 peak).</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp; Tax Policy Changes (2026)
<ul>
<li>Highlights upcoming measures:
<ul>
<li>No tax on tips</li>
<li>No tax on overtime</li>
<li>No tax on Social Security for seniors</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Suggests millions will receive IRS refunds starting January.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp; HUD Report
<ul>
<li>HUD finds that immigration significantly drove up housing demand and prices, especially for low-income Americans without assistance.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. DOJ/FBI and Mar-a-Lago Raid
<ul>
<li>Newly released emails show FBI doubted probable cause for the 2022 raid but proceeded under pressure from Biden DOJ.</li>
<li>There were political motives behind the raid, calling it &ldquo;abuse of power.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Lack of whistleblowers and calls for congressional hearings.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
3. Last 3 BIG WINS of this past year 
&nbsp;&nbsp; Space
<ul>
<li>Announces $10 billion investment in NASA and commercial space through the Working Families tax cut.</li>
<li>Goal: U.S. lunar landing by 2028 (ahead of China&rsquo;s 2030 target).</li>
<li>Emphasizes jobs (50,000+ in Texas), national security, and inspiration for youth.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp; Automotive Policy
<ul>
<li>CAFE standards were &ldquo;zeroed out&rdquo; to reduce car costs and improve safety.</li>
<li>Biden-era fuel economy rules are an attempt to ban internal combustion engines.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp; Online Safety &ndash; &ldquo;Take It Down Act&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Makes posting non-consensual intimate imagery (including AI deepfakes) a felony.</li>
<li>Grants victims a statutory right to demand immediate removal from platforms.</li>
<li>Bipartisan passage and signing in the Rose Garden with First Lady Melania Trump.</li>
</ul>
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Deportations Cure Rent Inflation, When We Have No Evidence meets Do It Anyway plus the Final 3 Historic Victories of 2025 Week In Review 

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Inflation Drop as a Surprise
Inflation fell sharply to 2.7%, described as a “tumble” rather than a gradual decline.
This is a direct contradiction to warnings from economists and political opponents who predicted Trump’s policies would cause inflation to spike.


Energy Dominance
Major factor behind falling inflation.
Trump administration rolled back federal barriers, accelerated drilling approvals, and signaled a return to energy independence.
Lower energy costs reduced transportation, manufacturing, and distribution expenses, creating economy-wide benefits.


Tariffs and Trade Policy
Critics claimed tariffs would raise consumer prices and cause supply chain chaos.
Document asserts the opposite happened:

Foreign producers absorbed costs.
No empty shelves or shortages.
American manufacturing expanded, reducing reliance on foreign inputs.
Tariffs framed as “targeted leverage” restoring fairness without harming consumers.


Deregulation
Reduced compliance costs and bureaucratic delays.
Businesses saved money, accelerated product delivery, hired more workers, and kept prices lower.
Introduces concept of “invisible inflation”—costs from regulation that Trump eliminated.


Confidence & Market Psychology
Inflation partly psychological; Trump restored confidence.
Businesses invested, consumers stopped panic buying, markets stabilized.
Fiscal discipline signals (cutting wasteful spending, controlling federal programs) reassured investors.


Overall Impact
Inflation decline attributed to:

Energy independence.
Smart tariffs.
Deregulation.
Confidence restoration.
Fiscal restraint.
It's a “gigantic win” for lower and middle-class families.

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<ul>
<li>
Inflation Drop as a Surprise
<ul>
<li>Inflation fell sharply to 2.7%, described as a &ldquo;tumble&rdquo; rather than a gradual decline.</li>
<li>This is a direct contradiction to warnings from economists and political opponents who predicted Trump&rsquo;s policies would cause inflation to spike.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Energy Dominance
<ul>
<li>Major factor behind falling inflation.</li>
<li>Trump administration rolled back federal barriers, accelerated drilling approvals, and signaled a return to energy independence.</li>
<li>Lower energy costs reduced transportation, manufacturing, and distribution expenses, creating economy-wide benefits.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Tariffs and Trade Policy
<ul>
<li>Critics claimed tariffs would raise consumer prices and cause supply chain chaos.</li>
<li>Document asserts the opposite happened:
<ul>
<li>Foreign producers absorbed costs.</li>
<li>No empty shelves or shortages.</li>
<li>American manufacturing expanded, reducing reliance on foreign inputs.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Tariffs framed as &ldquo;targeted leverage&rdquo; restoring fairness without harming consumers.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Deregulation
<ul>
<li>Reduced compliance costs and bureaucratic delays.</li>
<li>Businesses saved money, accelerated product delivery, hired more workers, and kept prices lower.</li>
<li>Introduces concept of &ldquo;invisible inflation&rdquo;&mdash;costs from regulation that Trump eliminated.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Confidence &amp; Market Psychology
<ul>
<li>Inflation partly psychological; Trump restored confidence.</li>
<li>Businesses invested, consumers stopped panic buying, markets stabilized.</li>
<li>Fiscal discipline signals (cutting wasteful spending, controlling federal programs) reassured investors.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Overall Impact
<ul>
<li>Inflation decline attributed to:
<ul>
<li>Energy independence.</li>
<li>Smart tariffs.</li>
<li>Deregulation.</li>
<li>Confidence restoration.</li>
<li>Fiscal restraint.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>It's a&nbsp;&ldquo;gigantic win&rdquo; for lower and middle-class families.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Media Got It Wrong—Again! Inflation Plummets to 2.7%

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Border Security
Illegal immigration reportedly dropped by 99%.
$100 billion invested in border security infrastructure (wall, technology, personnel).
Claimed economic benefits: reduced housing costs and rents due to deportations.


Working Families Tax Cut (formerly “One Big Beautiful Bill”)
Permanent extension and expansion of Trump-era tax cuts.
Specific provisions:

No taxes on tips, overtime, or Social Security benefits (effective 2026).
Framed as the most conservative legislative victory in U.S. history.


Military & National Security
$150 billion invested in rebuilding the military.
$24.5 billion allocated to the Coast Guard (over 200% of its annual budget).
Emphasis on Arctic ice cutters to counter China and Russia.


Technology & Infrastructure
Auctioning 800 MHz of federal spectrum to private sector (expected $100 billion revenue).
Air traffic control modernization ($12.5 billion investment).
Rotor Act: mandates ADS-B technology for all aircraft to prevent collisions.


Education & Social Policy
School Choice Expansion: Tax credits for donations to scholarship organizations.
Trump Accounts: Investment accounts for every child in America, seeded with $1,000 and allowing $5,000 annual contributions, invested in S&P 500.


Space Exploration
$10 billion investment in NASA and commercial space programs.
Goal: U.S. to return to the Moon by 2028, ahead of China.


Regulatory Rollbacks
Elimination of CAFE standards (fuel economy rules), framed as lowering car costs and improving safety.


Online Safety
Take It Down Act: Criminalizes non-consensual intimate imagery and deepfake pornography; mandates immediate removal by platforms.

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<ul>
<li>
Border Security
<ul>
<li>Illegal immigration reportedly dropped by 99%.</li>
<li>$100 billion invested in border security infrastructure (wall, technology, personnel).</li>
<li>Claimed economic benefits: reduced housing costs and rents due to deportations.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Working Families Tax Cut (formerly &ldquo;One Big Beautiful Bill&rdquo;)
<ul>
<li>Permanent extension and expansion of Trump-era tax cuts.</li>
<li>Specific provisions:
<ul>
<li>No taxes on tips, overtime, or Social Security benefits (effective 2026).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Framed as the most conservative legislative victory in U.S. history.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Military &amp; National Security
<ul>
<li>$150 billion invested in rebuilding the military.</li>
<li>$24.5 billion allocated to the Coast Guard (over 200% of its annual budget).</li>
<li>Emphasis on Arctic ice cutters to counter China and Russia.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Technology &amp; Infrastructure
<ul>
<li>Auctioning 800 MHz of federal spectrum to private sector (expected $100 billion revenue).</li>
<li>Air traffic control modernization ($12.5 billion investment).</li>
<li>Rotor Act: mandates ADS-B technology for all aircraft to prevent collisions.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Education &amp; Social Policy
<ul>
<li>School Choice Expansion: Tax credits for donations to scholarship organizations.</li>
<li>Trump Accounts: Investment accounts for every child in America, seeded with $1,000 and allowing $5,000 annual contributions, invested in S&amp;P 500.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Space Exploration
<ul>
<li>$10 billion investment in NASA and commercial space programs.</li>
<li>Goal: U.S. to return to the Moon by 2028, ahead of China.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Regulatory Rollbacks
<ul>
<li>Elimination of CAFE standards (fuel economy rules), framed as lowering car costs and improving safety.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Online Safety
<ul>
<li>Take It Down Act: Criminalizes non-consensual intimate imagery and deepfake pornography; mandates immediate removal by platforms.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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A Historic Year of Victories

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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.

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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.
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