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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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Jill Biden BOOED on stage in GOP RUN state TN as she mocks & slams Tennessee's low vaccine rate!

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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1. Fentanyl Classified as Weapon of Mass Destruction
Action: President Trump signed an executive order classifying fentanyl as a WMD, equating its impact to nuclear or chemical weapons.
Rationale: Trump cited overdose deaths (200k–300k annually) and national security threats from narco-terrorists.
Military Measures:
U.S. strikes on drug-smuggling boats since September, killing ~90 people.
Deployment of the world’s largest aircraft carrier and warships in the Caribbean.
Geopolitical Angle:
Venezuela’s leader Maduro accused the U.S. of using anti-drug operations as a pretext for regime change.
Trump offered a $50 million reward for Maduro’s capture.

2. DOJ/FBI and Mar-a-Lago Raid Controversy
New Revelations:
Internal FBI emails show doubts about probable cause for the 2022 raid.
Agents suggested alternative solutions and warned against optics; DOJ pushed forward regardless.
Allegations:
Evidence tampering and staged photos admitted in court by Jack Smith’s team.
Merrick Garland personally approved the warrant despite internal objections.
Narrative: Portrayed as political weaponization to prevent Trump’s return to office.

3. Trump’s Prime-Time Address
Tone: Optimistic, forward-looking, and celebratory.
Key Announcements:
Tax Relief: No tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security starting 2026; projected largest refund season ever.
Military Bonus: $1,776 “Warrior Dividend” for 1.45 million service members as a patriotic gesture.
Economic Agenda:
Aggressive housing reforms to improve affordability.
Lower interest rates via new Fed leadership.
Expanded energy production to cut costs.
Healthcare: Plans to dismantle ACA, reduce drug prices, and redirect funds to individuals for better coverage.
Immigration: Framed Biden-era border policies as catastrophic; touted Trump’s enforcement as restoring law and order.
Foreign Policy: Claimed progress in reducing global tensions and restoring U.S. leadership.

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1. Fentanyl Classified as Weapon of Mass Destruction
<ul>
<li>Action: President Trump signed an executive order classifying fentanyl as a WMD, equating its impact to nuclear or chemical weapons.</li>
<li>Rationale: Trump cited overdose deaths (200k&ndash;300k annually) and national security threats from narco-terrorists.</li>
<li>Military Measures:
<ul>
<li>U.S. strikes on drug-smuggling boats since September, killing ~90 people.</li>
<li>Deployment of the world&rsquo;s largest aircraft carrier and warships in the Caribbean.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Geopolitical Angle:
<ul>
<li>Venezuela&rsquo;s leader Maduro accused the U.S. of using anti-drug operations as a pretext for regime change.</li>
<li>Trump offered a $50 million reward for Maduro&rsquo;s capture.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
2. DOJ/FBI and Mar-a-Lago Raid Controversy
<ul>
<li>New Revelations:
<ul>
<li>Internal FBI emails show doubts about probable cause for the 2022 raid.</li>
<li>Agents suggested alternative solutions and warned against optics; DOJ pushed forward regardless.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Allegations:
<ul>
<li>Evidence tampering and staged photos admitted in court by Jack Smith&rsquo;s team.</li>
<li>Merrick Garland personally approved the warrant despite internal objections.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Narrative: Portrayed as political weaponization to prevent Trump&rsquo;s return to office.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
3. Trump&rsquo;s Prime-Time Address
<ul>
<li>Tone: Optimistic, forward-looking, and celebratory.</li>
<li>Key Announcements:
<ul>
<li>Tax Relief: No tax on tips, overtime, or Social Security starting 2026; projected largest refund season ever.</li>
<li>Military Bonus: $1,776 &ldquo;Warrior Dividend&rdquo; for 1.45 million service members as a patriotic gesture.</li>
<li>Economic Agenda:
<ul>
<li>Aggressive housing reforms to improve affordability.</li>
<li>Lower interest rates via new Fed leadership.</li>
<li>Expanded energy production to cut costs.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Healthcare: Plans to dismantle ACA, reduce drug prices, and redirect funds to individuals for better coverage.</li>
<li>Immigration: Framed Biden-era border policies as catastrophic; touted Trump&rsquo;s enforcement as restoring law and order.</li>
<li>Foreign Policy: Claimed progress in reducing global tensions and restoring U.S. leadership.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
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Trump Declares Fentanyl a WMD plus Liberals made it UP No Probable Cause & Trump Promises the Best in 2026

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Jill Biden BOOED on stage in GOP RUN state TN as she mocks & slams Tennessee's low vaccine rate!

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