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If you hate the liberal media but love the 47th President, than this is the podcast for you. Ben Ferguson brings you the commentary on the news that the biased media will not cover.

If you hate the liberal media but love the&nbsp;47th&nbsp;President, than this is the podcast for you. Ben Ferguson brings you the commentary on the news that the biased media will not cover.

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BIDEN moves to punish all who dont comply, and the Taliban takes over Afghanistan as White House looks the other way!

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1) UK, immigration, and Iran-related claims
The UK—especially London—has “fallen” due to immigration policy, alleging the presence of Sharia‑style parallel systems and political leverage by Muslim communities; this is presented as a reason PM Keir Starmer avoided aligning with a U.S.–Israel strike on Iran.
The UK previously excelled at seizing assets from corrupt/hostile actors (e.g., Russians) but has weakened under Starmer.
Mojtaba Khamenei (the late Iranian Supreme Leader’s son) frequented the UK and holds a dozen luxury properties worth ~£100M, implying UK tolerance because of incoming oil‑funded money.

2) U.S. public opinion & immigration enforcement
Citing a recent Harvard–Harris poll (late Feb), the speaker says 57% of Americans want all undocumented immigrants deported (54% independents, 79% Republicans, 35% Democrats). 
He adds that ~63–64% support laws barring commercial driver’s licenses for undocumented immigrants, and that ~40% of Democrats favor such restrictions.
Most Americans want local law enforcement to honor ICE detainers and oppose “sanctuary” policies; he cites a figure that 55% oppose hiring 20,000 additional Border Patrol/ICE agents, interpreting it as a preference for local cooperation instead.

3) Workplace audits and firings
DHS has intensified paperwork/I‑9 checks in Washington, D.C. restaurants (letters allegedly began Feb 12), leading at one restaurant to the firing of 29 workers believed to lack valid documentation; it suggests more such letters are coming.

4) Rideshare safety concerns
A Houston‑area story is highlighted: four Uber drivers were federally charged in separate cases with kidnapping and sexual assault; one suspect was reported at large at the time referenced. Uber’s statement condemning such crimes and banning the drivers is cited. The segment is used to warn riders—especially women—about safety risks (account sharing, unfamiliar drivers, home address visibility).

5) Mar‑a‑Lago raid coordination allegation
Pointing to emails aired by Fox News, May 2022 communications show White House Counsel–DOJ coordination regarding an interview of Walt Nauta, contradicting AG Garland’s later claim that he “personally approved” the search decision and that DOJ acted independently. Reactions from House Republicans and a former state AG are mentioned.

6) China, energy, and sanctions ripple effects
A brief closing clip (attributed to Peter Schweizer) argues China is “panicking” because, over roughly 58 days, events involving Venezuela and Iran threaten two key discounted oil sources, undercutting Beijing’s non‑USD energy strategy

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1) UK, immigration, and Iran-related claims
<ul>
<li>The UK&mdash;especially London&mdash;has &ldquo;fallen&rdquo; due to immigration policy, alleging the presence of Sharia‑style parallel systems and political leverage by Muslim communities; this is presented as a reason PM Keir Starmer avoided aligning with a U.S.&ndash;Israel strike on Iran.</li>
<li>The UK previously excelled at seizing assets from corrupt/hostile actors (e.g., Russians) but has weakened under Starmer.</li>
<li>Mojtaba Khamenei (the late Iranian Supreme Leader&rsquo;s son) frequented the UK and holds&nbsp;a dozen luxury properties worth ~&pound;100M, implying UK tolerance because of incoming oil‑funded money.</li>
</ul>
2) U.S. public opinion &amp; immigration enforcement
<ul>
<li>Citing a recent Harvard&ndash;Harris poll (late Feb), the speaker says 57% of Americans want all undocumented immigrants deported (54% independents, 79% Republicans, 35% Democrats).&nbsp;</li>
<li>He adds that ~63&ndash;64% support laws barring commercial driver&rsquo;s licenses for undocumented immigrants, and that ~40% of Democrats favor such restrictions.</li>
<li>Most Americans want local law enforcement to honor ICE detainers and oppose &ldquo;sanctuary&rdquo; policies; he cites a figure that 55% oppose hiring 20,000 additional Border Patrol/ICE agents, interpreting it as a preference for local cooperation instead.</li>
</ul>
3) Workplace audits and firings
<ul>
<li>DHS has intensified paperwork/I‑9 checks in Washington, D.C. restaurants (letters allegedly began Feb 12), leading at one restaurant to the firing of 29 workers believed to lack valid documentation; it suggests more such letters are coming.</li>
</ul>
4) Rideshare safety concerns
<ul>
<li>A Houston‑area story is highlighted: four Uber drivers were federally charged in separate cases with kidnapping and sexual assault; one suspect was reported at large at the time referenced. Uber&rsquo;s statement condemning such crimes and banning the drivers is cited. The segment is used to warn riders&mdash;especially women&mdash;about safety risks (account sharing, unfamiliar drivers, home address visibility).</li>
</ul>
5) Mar‑a‑Lago raid coordination allegation
<ul>
<li>Pointing to emails aired by Fox News, May&nbsp;2022 communications show White House Counsel&ndash;DOJ coordination regarding an interview of Walt Nauta, contradicting AG Garland&rsquo;s later claim that he &ldquo;personally approved&rdquo; the search decision and that DOJ acted independently. Reactions from House Republicans and a former state AG are mentioned.</li>
</ul>
6) China, energy, and sanctions ripple effects
<ul>
<li>A brief closing clip (attributed to Peter Schweizer) argues China is &ldquo;panicking&rdquo; because, over roughly 58 days, events involving Venezuela and Iran threaten two key discounted oil sources, undercutting Beijing&rsquo;s non‑USD energy strategy</li>
</ul>
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What Happens When Allies Go Soft plus Most Americans agree on Illegal Immigration

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1. FBI Controversy & Firings Related to Jack Smith Investigation
10 FBI employees were fired after improper surveillance actions surfaced.
The FBI allegedly subpoenaed and recorded calls belonging to:

Former FBI Director Kash Patel.
Trump aide and current Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.
One recording reportedly captured Wiles speaking with her attorney without her consent.
These actions have raised accusations of politically motivated prosecution against Trump.

    DHS Scandal: Kristi Noem Claims Internal Spying
Kristi Noem said DHS employees installed spyware on her phone and laptop.
The spying targeted Noem and others inside DHS.
Employees involved were reportedly polygraphed and fired.
Noem described ongoing office sweeps to detect listening devices.

2. Donald Trump’s Rising Approval After State of the Union
A new poll (post-SOTU) shows Trump’s approval rising to 51%.
The speech focused on:

American history and patriotic themes.
Economic recovery messaging.
Positioning America as entering a “new golden age.”
The speech reinforced his “America First” narrative.

2. Trump’s Housing Policy: Ban on Institutional Investors
Trump emphasized protecting first-time homebuyers from being priced out by large corporations like Blackstone.
He signed an executive order banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes.
He urged Congress to make the ban permanent.
Following his announcement, Blackstone stock dropped significantly.
Trump highlighted that corporations receive depreciation tax benefits that individuals do not.

3. Hillary Clinton’s Testimony in Epstein Investigation
Hillary Clinton testified under oath before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein.
She denied knowing Epstein or having any involvement with him or Ghislaine Maxwell.
She stated she had never visited his properties or flown on his plane.
Tension arose during the hearing when a GOP lawmaker leaked a photo, violating closed‑door rules.
Democrats urged release of the full transcript for transparency; Republicans argued they need answers about Epstein’s connections.
Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify next, expected to face tougher questions due to existing photos and travel logs.

       Media Reactions
Conservative media (ex: Fox News commentators) strongly highlighted Hillary Clinton's testimony.
Coverage questioned her claims about not knowing Epstein despite Epstein visiting the White House multiple times during the Clinton years.
Some pundits claimed Hillary distanced herself from Bill regarding Epstein.

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1. FBI Controversy &amp; Firings Related to Jack Smith Investigation
<ul>
<li>10 FBI employees were fired after improper surveillance actions surfaced.</li>
<li>The FBI allegedly subpoenaed and recorded calls belonging to:
<ul>
<li>Former FBI Director Kash Patel.</li>
<li>Trump aide and current Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>One recording reportedly captured Wiles speaking with her attorney without her consent.</li>
<li>These actions have raised accusations of politically motivated prosecution against Trump.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; DHS Scandal: Kristi Noem Claims Internal Spying
<ul>
<li>Kristi Noem said DHS employees installed spyware on her phone and laptop.</li>
<li>The spying targeted Noem and others inside DHS.</li>
<li>Employees involved were reportedly polygraphed and fired.</li>
<li>Noem described ongoing office sweeps to detect listening devices.</li>
</ul>
2. Donald Trump&rsquo;s Rising Approval After State of the Union
<ul>
<li>A new poll (post-SOTU) shows Trump&rsquo;s approval rising to 51%.</li>
<li>The speech focused on:
<ul>
<li>American history and patriotic themes.</li>
<li>Economic recovery messaging.</li>
<li>Positioning America as entering a &ldquo;new golden age.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The speech reinforced his &ldquo;America First&rdquo; narrative.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. Trump&rsquo;s Housing Policy: Ban on Institutional Investors
<ul>
<li>Trump emphasized protecting first-time homebuyers from being priced out by large corporations like Blackstone.</li>
<li>He signed an executive order banning institutional investors from buying single-family homes.</li>
<li>He urged Congress to make the ban permanent.</li>
<li>Following his announcement, Blackstone stock dropped significantly.</li>
<li>Trump highlighted that corporations receive depreciation tax benefits that individuals do not.</li>
</ul>
3. Hillary Clinton&rsquo;s Testimony in Epstein Investigation
<ul>
<li>Hillary Clinton testified under oath before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein.</li>
<li>She denied knowing Epstein or having any involvement with him or Ghislaine Maxwell.</li>
<li>She stated she had never visited his properties or flown on his plane.</li>
<li>Tension arose during the hearing when a GOP lawmaker leaked a photo, violating closed‑door rules.</li>
<li>Democrats urged release of the full transcript for transparency; Republicans argued they need answers about Epstein&rsquo;s connections.</li>
<li>Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify next, expected to face tougher questions due to existing photos and travel logs.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Media Reactions
<ul>
<li>Conservative media (ex: Fox News commentators) strongly highlighted Hillary Clinton's testimony.</li>
<li>Coverage questioned her claims about not knowing Epstein despite Epstein visiting the White House multiple times during the Clinton years.</li>
<li>Some pundits claimed Hillary distanced herself from Bill regarding Epstein.</li>
</ul>
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Jack Smith’s Investigation Goes Full Telenovela plus Epstein Investigation Hits Fever Pitch as Hillary takes Hot Seat

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1. Operation “Epic Fury” – Major U.S. Military Offensive Against Iran
President Trump declares Operation Epic Fury ahead of schedule.
U.S. and Israeli forces have struck 1,250+ targets in the first 48 hours.
Targets include:
IRGC headquarters, missile sites, naval vessels, submarines, air defenses, and communications infrastructure.
U.S. CENTCOM states Iran’s entire Gulf of Oman naval fleet (11 ships) has been destroyed.
Video evidence shows precision strikes on ships and naval infrastructure.

2. Large-Scale Elimination of Iranian Leadership
Coordinated U.S.–Israel strike reportedly killed 40+ senior Iranian officials in ~40 seconds.
The Supreme Leader Khamenei is claimed to have been killed (as stated in document, though this is unverified externally).
Israeli intelligence calls it a “rare convergence” of leadership in one location.

3. Stated U.S. Objectives (According to President Trump)
Destroy Iran’s missile capabilities and production.
Annihilate Iran’s navy.
Prevent Iran from ever obtaining a nuclear weapon.
Stop Iran from funding/arming terrorist proxies.

Trump says: “We haven’t even started hitting them hard. The big one is coming soon.”

4. Pentagon Messaging
The Secretary of War (Pete Hegseth) calls Operation Epic Fury:

“The most lethal, complex, precise aerial operation in history.”
Asserts Iran has attacked Americans for decades, and this operation is retaliation.
Emphasizes:

No nation‑building
No long-term occupations
Clear and decisive mission
Confirms past nuclear infrastructure was destroyed in “Operation Midnight Hammer.”

5. Warnings to Iran and Iranian Citizens
Trump urges Iranian civilians to stay indoors:
“It’s not safe out there… and it’s about to get even less safe.”
The administration signals much larger strikes are imminent.

6. U.S. Casualties
Four American service members killed in action.

7. Global Impact
Gulf of Oman is a critical chokepoint:
20% of the world’s oil supply passes through it.
Removing Iran’s fleet is framed as a major strategic shift.

8. Domestic Politics – U.S. Primary Elections
The document transitions into election analysis:

Trump‑backed Republican candidates dominated primary races.
Suggests the America First agenda remains strong and mobilizes voters.
Establishment Republicans (e.g., John Cornyn, Dan Crenshaw) are portrayed as weakened.
Republican voter turnout reportedly high; Democratic turnout low.
Democrats internally divided between “radical progressives” and “moderates.”

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1. Operation &ldquo;Epic Fury&rdquo; &ndash; Major U.S. Military Offensive Against Iran
<ul>
<li>President Trump declares Operation Epic Fury ahead of schedule.</li>
<li>U.S. and Israeli forces have struck 1,250+ targets in the first 48 hours.</li>
<li>Targets include: IRGC headquarters, missile sites, naval vessels, submarines, air defenses, and communications infrastructure.</li>
<li>U.S. CENTCOM states Iran&rsquo;s entire Gulf of Oman naval fleet (11 ships) has been destroyed.</li>
<li>Video evidence shows precision strikes on ships and naval infrastructure.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. Large-Scale Elimination of Iranian Leadership
<ul>
<li>Coordinated U.S.&ndash;Israel strike reportedly killed 40+ senior Iranian officials in ~40 seconds.</li>
<li>The Supreme Leader Khamenei is claimed to have been killed (as stated in document, though this is unverified externally).</li>
<li>Israeli intelligence calls it a &ldquo;rare convergence&rdquo; of leadership in one location.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
3. Stated U.S. Objectives (According to President Trump)
<ol>
<li>Destroy Iran&rsquo;s missile capabilities and production.</li>
<li>Annihilate Iran&rsquo;s navy.</li>
<li>Prevent Iran from ever obtaining a nuclear weapon.</li>
<li>Stop Iran from funding/arming terrorist proxies.</li>
</ol>
Trump says: &ldquo;We haven&rsquo;t even started hitting them hard. The big one is coming soon.&rdquo;
<hr>
4. Pentagon Messaging
<ul>
<li>The Secretary of War (Pete Hegseth) calls Operation Epic Fury:
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;The most lethal, complex, precise aerial operation in history.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Asserts Iran has attacked Americans for decades, and this operation is retaliation.</li>
<li>Emphasizes:
<ul>
<li>No nation‑building</li>
<li>No long-term occupations</li>
<li>Clear and decisive mission</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Confirms past nuclear infrastructure was destroyed in &ldquo;Operation Midnight Hammer.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
5. Warnings to Iran and Iranian Citizens
<ul>
<li>Trump urges Iranian civilians to stay indoors: &ldquo;It&rsquo;s not safe out there&hellip; and it&rsquo;s about to get even less safe.&rdquo;</li>
<li>The administration signals much larger strikes are imminent.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
6. U.S. Casualties
<ul>
<li>Four American service members killed in action.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
7. Global Impact
<ul>
<li>Gulf of Oman is a critical chokepoint: 20% of the world&rsquo;s oil supply passes through it.</li>
<li>Removing Iran&rsquo;s fleet is framed as a major strategic shift.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
8. Domestic Politics &ndash; U.S. Primary Elections
<ul>
<li>The document transitions into election analysis:
<ul>
<li>Trump‑backed Republican candidates dominated primary races.</li>
<li>Suggests the America First agenda remains strong and mobilizes voters.</li>
<li>Establishment Republicans (e.g., John Cornyn, Dan Crenshaw) are portrayed as weakened.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Republican voter turnout reportedly high; Democratic turnout low.</li>
<li>Democrats internally divided between &ldquo;radical progressives&rdquo; and &ldquo;moderates.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
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‘This Is Not Iraq’ — Pentagon Says This Time They Brought the Receipts

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BIDEN moves to punish all who dont comply, and the Taliban takes over Afghanistan as White House looks the other way!

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