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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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The Ben Ferguson Podcast

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. Netanyahu’s Push for an Inquiry into October 7 Attacks
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposes an investigation into the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks, comparing it to the U.S. 9/11 Commission.
He advocates for a bipartisan committee (half coalition, half opposition) rather than a Supreme Court-appointed state commission.
Opposition parties refuse to participate, calling the plan a “whitewash” and demanding a fully independent inquiry.
The commentary criticizes political exploitation of victims’ grief for partisan gain, drawing parallels to U.S. debates on gun control after mass shootings.

2. U.S. Immigration Policy and Self-Deportation Incentives
The Department of Homeland Security offers $3,000 holiday stipends to encourage illegal immigrants to self-deport voluntarily.
Since January, 1.9 million illegal aliens have reportedly self-deported, aided by the CBP Home app.
The policy is framed as cost-effective compared to forced deportation and linked to economic benefits like higher wages and lower housing costs.
Includes anecdotal stories of migrants choosing self-deportation for family stability.

3. Government Waste and Rand Paul’s Festivus Report
Senator Rand Paul’s 2025 Festivus Report exposes $1.6 trillion in waste, including:

$1.2 trillion in interest payments on national debt.
$13.8 million for beagle experiments (infected with ticks, denied pain relief).
$5.2 million dosing beagles with cocaine and meth.
$14.6 million for monkeys playing a Price Is Right-style video game.
$1 million forcing ferrets to binge drink for 90 days.
$40 million promoting COVID vaccines after the pandemic ended.
$7.5 billion for EV infrastructure resulting in only 68 charging stations.
$22.6 billion for migrant benefits.
Miscellaneous: insect consumption campaigns, TikTok influencer programs, Pakistani climate cartoons, anti-racism campus initiatives.

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1. Netanyahu&rsquo;s Push for an Inquiry into October 7 Attacks
<ul>
<li>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu proposes an investigation into the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks, comparing it to the U.S. 9/11 Commission.</li>
<li>He advocates for a bipartisan committee (half coalition, half opposition) rather than a Supreme Court-appointed state commission.</li>
<li>Opposition parties refuse to participate, calling the plan a &ldquo;whitewash&rdquo; and demanding a fully independent inquiry.</li>
<li>The commentary criticizes political exploitation of victims&rsquo; grief for partisan gain, drawing parallels to U.S. debates on gun control after mass shootings.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. U.S. Immigration Policy and Self-Deportation Incentives
<ul>
<li>The Department of Homeland Security offers $3,000 holiday stipends to encourage illegal immigrants to self-deport voluntarily.</li>
<li>Since January, 1.9 million illegal aliens have reportedly self-deported, aided by the CBP Home app.</li>
<li>The policy is framed as cost-effective compared to forced deportation and linked to economic benefits like higher wages and lower housing costs.</li>
<li>Includes anecdotal stories of migrants choosing self-deportation for family stability.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
3. Government Waste and Rand Paul&rsquo;s Festivus Report
<ul>
<li>Senator Rand Paul&rsquo;s 2025 Festivus Report exposes $1.6 trillion in waste, including:
<ul>
<li>$1.2 trillion in interest payments on national debt.</li>
<li>$13.8 million for beagle experiments (infected with ticks, denied pain relief).</li>
<li>$5.2 million dosing beagles with cocaine and meth.</li>
<li>$14.6 million for monkeys playing a Price Is Right-style video game.</li>
<li>$1 million forcing ferrets to binge drink for 90 days.</li>
<li>$40 million promoting COVID vaccines after the pandemic ended.</li>
<li>$7.5 billion for EV infrastructure resulting in only 68 charging stations.</li>
<li>$22.6 billion for migrant benefits.</li>
<li>Miscellaneous: insect consumption campaigns, TikTok influencer programs, Pakistani climate cartoons, anti-racism campus initiatives.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Netanyahu Wants a 9/11-Style Probe plus DHS Offers $3,000 for Self-Deportation

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Poll Analysis & Approval Ratings
We dispute claims that Trump’s presidency is a “disaster,” citing an Insider Advantage poll showing Trump at 50% approval and +9 net rating.
Breakdowns by demographics:

Men: 59% approve, 34% disapprove.
Women: Majority disapprove.
Age groups:
18–39: 44% approve, 44% disapprove.
40–64: 54% approve.
Party affiliation: 84% approval among Republicans, 25% among Democrats.
Independents: Slightly negative (37% approve, 41% disapprove).


Economic & Policy Themes
Emphasis on Trump’s economic agenda: tax cuts, deregulation, and proposals like no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security.
Biden-era housing affordability and interest rates.


Military Announcement
Major announcement from Mar-a-Lago: construction of two new battleships, part of a “Golden Fleet.”
Ships described as:

Largest ever built.
“100 times more powerful” than previous Iowa-class battleships.
Plan to expand to 20–25 ships.
Goal: Revitalize U.S. shipbuilding, strengthen military supremacy, and create American jobs.


Foreign Policy & Security
New Venezuela, Colombia, drug trafficking, and oil tanker seizures.
Strong rhetoric toward Colombian President Gustavo Petro regarding cocaine production.

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<ul>
<li>
Poll Analysis &amp; Approval Ratings
<ul>
<li>We dispute claims that Trump&rsquo;s presidency is a &ldquo;disaster,&rdquo; citing an Insider Advantage poll showing Trump at 50% approval and +9 net rating.</li>
<li>Breakdowns by demographics:
<ul>
<li>Men: 59% approve, 34% disapprove.</li>
<li>Women: Majority disapprove.</li>
<li>Age groups:
<ul>
<li>18&ndash;39: 44% approve, 44% disapprove.</li>
<li>40&ndash;64: 54% approve.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Party affiliation: 84% approval among Republicans, 25% among Democrats.</li>
<li>Independents: Slightly negative (37% approve, 41% disapprove).</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Economic &amp; Policy Themes
<ul>
<li>Emphasis on Trump&rsquo;s economic agenda: tax cuts, deregulation, and proposals like no tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security.</li>
<li>Biden-era housing affordability and interest rates.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Military Announcement
<ul>
<li>Major announcement from Mar-a-Lago: construction of two new battleships, part of a &ldquo;Golden Fleet.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Ships described as:
<ul>
<li>Largest ever built.</li>
<li>&ldquo;100 times more powerful&rdquo; than previous Iowa-class battleships.</li>
<li>Plan to expand to 20&ndash;25 ships.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Goal: Revitalize U.S. shipbuilding, strengthen military supremacy, and create American jobs.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Foreign Policy &amp; Security
<ul>
<li>New Venezuela, Colombia, drug trafficking, and oil tanker seizures.</li>
<li>Strong rhetoric toward Colombian President Gustavo Petro regarding cocaine production.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Trump’s Numbers Defy the Doom Narrative as Liberal Media Screams Disaster

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1. Affordable Care Act (ACA) Subsidies and Alleged Fraud
Democrats intentionally designed ACA subsidies to expire, framing it as a political strategy to secure votes during elections.
The ACA was never truly affordable and alleges systemic fraud, waste, and abuse within the program, including:

Insurance companies benefiting from guaranteed government payments.
Fraudulent enrollments and improper subsidies (citing a Washington Post report and GAO findings).
The financial burden of extending enhanced subsidies, estimating costs up to $350 billion through 2035, and criticizes subsidies reaching households earning $160,000 annually.
the expiration of subsidies could lead to premium hikes (up to 114%) and increased uninsured rates, framing this as a political weapon for Democrats.
The ACA was a step toward socialized medicine and accuses Democrats of collusion with healthcare donors.

2. Renaming and Revitalization of the Kennedy Center
The second part is an interview with Rick Grenell about the transformation of the Kennedy Center under Donald Trump’s involvement.
Key points include:

Severe deferred maintenance before Trump’s intervention (leaking roofs, broken elevators, collapsing infrastructure).
Trump allegedly secured $250 million for renovations and initiated fundraising for programming.
The center was renamed the Trump Kennedy Center, sparking controversy and accusations of partisanship.
Discussion of programming strategy: moving away from “woke” or niche content toward mainstream, “common sense” performances to attract corporate sponsors and donors.
Criticism of Democrats for boycotting the center despite advocating for arts funding.

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1. Affordable Care Act (ACA) Subsidies and Alleged Fraud
<ul>
<li>Democrats intentionally designed ACA subsidies to expire, framing it as a political strategy to secure votes during elections.</li>
<li>The ACA was never truly affordable and alleges systemic fraud, waste, and abuse within the program, including:
<ul>
<li>Insurance companies benefiting from guaranteed government payments.</li>
<li>Fraudulent enrollments and improper subsidies (citing a Washington Post report and GAO findings).</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The financial burden of extending enhanced subsidies, estimating costs up to $350 billion through 2035, and criticizes subsidies reaching households earning $160,000 annually.</li>
<li>the expiration of subsidies could lead to premium hikes (up to 114%) and increased uninsured rates, framing this as a political weapon for Democrats.</li>
<li>The ACA was a step toward socialized medicine and accuses Democrats of collusion with healthcare donors.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. Renaming and Revitalization of the Kennedy Center
<ul>
<li>The second part is an interview with Rick Grenell about the transformation of the Kennedy Center under Donald Trump&rsquo;s involvement.</li>
<li>Key points include:
<ul>
<li>Severe deferred maintenance before Trump&rsquo;s intervention (leaking roofs, broken elevators, collapsing infrastructure).</li>
<li>Trump allegedly secured $250 million for renovations and initiated fundraising for programming.</li>
<li>The center was renamed the Trump Kennedy Center, sparking controversy and accusations of partisanship.</li>
<li>Discussion of programming strategy: moving away from &ldquo;woke&rdquo; or niche content toward mainstream, &ldquo;common sense&rdquo; performances to attract corporate sponsors and donors.</li>
<li>Criticism of Democrats for boycotting the center despite advocating for arts funding.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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The ACA $350 Billion in Subsidies & a Side of Fraud plus Liberals Lose it over Kennedy Center

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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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