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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.

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  • 10,000 Arrests & Zero Headlines as Liberals push to Protect Criminals

    10,000 Arrests & Zero Headlines as Liberals push to Protect Criminals
    Jan 24 2026

    1. Democrats Are in a “Civil War” Over Abolishing ICE

    • There is an internal Democratic debate on whether to openly support abolishing ICE or downplay it.
    • Democratic officials are hostile toward ICE agents, including statements telling ICE to “get out” of cities.

    2. ICE Arrests Highlighted

    • Lists several individuals allegedly arrested in Minnesota, described as:
      • Illegal immigrants
      • Convicted or accused of violent crimes, including sexual offenses and domestic assault
    • These individuals were freely moving in public before being detained by ICE.

    3. Assertion That Democrats Are Protecting Criminal Illegal Immigrants

    • Senator Schumer and other Democrats are accused of defending criminals by opposing ICE operations.
    • Local Minnesota authorities have refused cooperation with ICE, releasing individuals instead of transferring them to federal custody.

    4. Portrayal of ICE Critics as Misrepresenting Agents

    • Democrats and progressive activists are deliberately “demonizing” ICE, calling agents “Gestapo” or oppressors.
    • Activists are actually protecting dangerous criminals.

    5. Incidents Involving Protests in Churches

    • Protesters have entered churches targeting individuals believed to have ICE ties.
    • Some Minnesota officials are portrayed as defending protesters and blaming ICE for tensions.

    6. Media Criticism

    • Mainstream media (CNN, CBS, etc.) distort ICE arrest statistics and narrative.
    • Example included: disputed ICE statistic of “70% violent offenders” challenged by a news anchor and defended by DHS Secretary.

    7. Allegations of Massive Fraud in Minnesota

    • DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is cited claiming:
      • Over 10,000 criminal illegal aliens arrested in Minneapolis.
      • A $19 billion fraud probe is underway in the state (no details provided).
    • Fraud is linked to cases like Feeding Our Future, involving federal child‑nutrition programs.

    8. DOJ Investigating Minnesota Governor and Minneapolis Mayor

    • DOJ is probing whether Minnesota officials obstructed federal immigration enforcement.
    • Officials describe the investigation as intimidation; commentary rejects that and calls it necessary oversight.

    9. Depiction of Democrats as Opposing Law Enforcement

      • Defunding law enforcement
      • Protecting criminal offenders
      • Undermining federal authorities
    • Trump administration leadership is restoring law and order.

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    17 mins
  • Oil Means National Security, Rep. Jim Jordan vs Jack Smith & Crime Crashes Coast‑to‑Coast Week In Review

    Oil Means National Security, Rep. Jim Jordan vs Jack Smith & Crime Crashes Coast‑to‑Coast Week In Review
    Jan 24 2026
    1. Oil Prices & National Security Lower global oil prices weaken hostile regimes like Iran, Russia, and Venezuela by reducing their revenue.The Trump administration aims for a “sweet spot” oil price ($60–$70/barrel): Low enough to hurt adversaries.High enough to avoid bankrupting U.S. independent oil producers. If prices drop into the $40s, it could collapse small oil producers in Texas and the Permian Basin. 2. Venezuela’s Oil Infrastructure Venezuela has the world’s largest proven oil reserves, but decades of mismanagement have destroyed its infrastructure.Estimates from oil executives: Increasing production from 1 million to 3 million barrels/day could take 10 years and require $100B+ in investment.Even going from 1 million to 2 million/day would take 5–7 years. Gulf Coast refineries can process Venezuela’s heavy sour crude, but expanded imports would mostly affect Canada and Mexico, not U.S. light-sweet crude producers. 3. Cuba’s Economic Crisis Cuba historically survived on financial support from: The Soviet Union (until its collapse).Venezuela under Chávez/Maduro (oil and money). With Venezuela no longer able to support Cuba, the island is in economic freefall.Mexico is currently providing oil that helps sustain the Cuban regime.The Trump administration may pressure Mexico to cut this supply, potentially pushing Cuba toward political collapse. 4. Jack Smith & January 6th Investigation Smith is accused of leading a politically motivated prosecution against Donald Trump.He allegedly relied on questionable or disproven testimony, notably from Cassidy Hutchinson.Hutchinson’s dramatic claims (e.g., Trump lunging for a steering wheel) were not confirmed by eyewitnesses.Jim Jordan challenged Smith in hearings, accusing him of: Using unreliable witnesses.Conducting a partisan, anti-Trump investigation.Targeting large numbers of Republicans with subpoenas. 5. Crime Statistics & Trump Administration Policies Nationwide murder rates reportedly declined ~20% from 2024 to 2025. Approx. 1,400 fewer murders. Major cities showing decreases: Chicago: 30%NYC: 20%Baltimore: 31%Oakland: 33%Washington, D.C.: 31% (after National Guard deployment) Other violent crimes also declined: Motor vehicle theft: ↓25%Robbery: ↓18%Aggravated assault: ↓8% Law enforcement stats cited: Violent crime arrests: ↑100%Gangs disrupted: ↑210%Fentanyl seized: ↑31%Missing/abducted children located: ↑22%Human traffickers arrested: ↑15%Significant increase in arrests of espionage suspects and fugitives. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast 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 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    31 mins
  • Congress Grills Jack Smith Over Subpoenas, Power, and the Legal Process

    Congress Grills Jack Smith Over Subpoenas, Power, and the Legal Process
    Jan 23 2026

    1. Context of the Hearing

    • Jack Smith, Special Counsel, testifies publicly before the House Judiciary Committee.
    • Republican members accuse him of political motivation in prosecutions involving Donald Trump.

    2. GOP Allegations of Political Bias

    • Republicans argue Smith targeted Trump to keep him from returning to the White House.
    • They also assert that Smith’s investigations involved improper or excessive subpoenas.

    3. Dispute Over Cassidy Hutchinson’s Testimony

    • Jim Jordan challenges Smith about whether Hutchinson’s January 6th testimony was reliable.
    • Jordan points out that Secret Service agents allegedly contradicted Hutchinson’s account.
    • Smith notes her testimony was secondhand and says his team interviewed witnesses.
    • Republicans claim Smith still considered using her as a witness despite credibility questions.

    4. Subpoenas of Lawmakers’ Phone Records

    • Representative Chip Roy and others criticize Smith for subpoenaing:
      • Phone records of GOP lawmakers
      • Phone/log data of private conservative organizations
    • GOP members argue it was an abuse of power, unconstitutional, and overly broad.

    5. Subpoena of Speaker Kevin McCarthy

    • Smith confirms his office subpoenaed the toll records of Speaker McCarthy.
    • Republicans say the secrecy order falsely identified McCarthy as a “flight risk.”
    • Smith says the risk language relates to investigative concerns, not the individual.

    6. Subpoenas for U.S. Senators

    • Smith confirms his team also subpoenaed phone records for nine U.S. senators.
    • Non-disclosure (gag) orders accompanied the subpoenas.
    • Internal DOJ emails cited by GOP members acknowledge potential constitutional risk.

    7. Concerns About Violating the Speech or Debate Clause

    • GOP members argue that obtaining lawmakers’ call records infringes on the constitutional protection for legislative activities.
    • They highlight DOJ memos suggesting possible litigation risk.

    8. Involvement of Telecom Companies

      • Verizon complied with subpoenas for congressional phone records.
      • AT&T initially denied turning over McCarthy’s records but later was described as having complied.

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    19 mins
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