The Ben Ferguson Podcast

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson , Ben examines the backlash surrounding Hassan Piker's comments about American Jews and Israel, the responses from Democratic leaders, and the political consequences that could follow. They discuss statements from figures including Hakeem Jeffries, Jeremy Moss, and Democratic strategist Joel Rubin, while evaluating how the controversy may affect Democratic candidates and upcom...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz presents part 2 of his one-on-one interview with Justice Clarence Thomas, covering the Justice’s views on constitutional interpretation, precedent, property rights, the Second Amendment, Reconstruction, and the role of the judiciary in protecting individual liberty. Thomas shares personal stories from his early career, discusses the lasting influence of thinkers like ...

In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show podcast Ben discusses reports that Iranian state media broadcast content targeting Barron Trump, the Secret Service response, and the administration's strategy of economic isolation against Iran. They examine reported developments involving the Strait of Hormuz, the impact of sanctions on Iran's economy, and claims that regional partners are reducing economic ties with Tehran. The conversati...

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson Ben examines the Trump administration’s latest sanctions strategy against Iran, the significance of increased commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, the impact of the ongoing naval blockade, and reports that the United Arab Emirates has suspended trade ties with Tehran. They discuss how economic pressure, regional diplomacy, and energy markets are shaping the n...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the Democratic Party's ongoing debate over the role of democratic socialism, reactions to comments by Chris Van Hollen, controversy surrounding Hasan Piker, and the political implications of candidates and activists associated with the DSA. They also examine statements involving Ro Khanna, the Michigan Senate race featuring Abdul El-Sayed, and criti...

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben examines the collapse of U.S.-Canada trade talks, the Trump administration's decision to impose new tariffs, Canada's planned response, and the potential economic consequences for manufacturers, businesses, workers, and consumers on both sides of the border. They also discuss comments made during the Michigan Senate race involving Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed, Vice...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz welcomes Justice Thomas for a rare and personal discussion about his life story, from growing up in segregated Georgia to attending Yale Law School, confronting racism in both the South and the North, and developing the constitutional philosophy that would define his career on the Supreme Court. Thomas reflects on the people, ideas, and moments that shaped his thinking and ...

In this episode of the Ben Ferguson podcast, Ben discusses America's crossing of the $40 trillion debt threshold, the Congressional Budget Office's debt projections, the growing cost of servicing federal debt, reports from the Government Accountability Office on fraud and improper payments, and the broader political debate over spending and fiscal responsibility. They also examine the FBI's announcement that authorities disrupted a...

In this episode, Ben Ferguson explores the connection between immigration and housing demand, analyzes concerns about Chinese influence efforts in American education, and discusses allegations surrounding Detroit animal control during Abdul El-Sayed's leadership, arguing that these stories reveal larger political and policy debates that deserve greater public scrutiny.

A new housing report shows single-family housing starts fell to...

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben breaks down Government Accountability Office estimates of federal fraud and improper payments, discuss how those losses contribute to broader fiscal challenges, and analyze new Federal Reserve research on tariffs, inflation, and productivity. They explore the limits of attributing the national debt solely to fraud and waste while arguing that significant opportunities rem...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the DNC’s unanimous support for a resolution calling for the abolition of ICE, the political implications of that vote, and how immigration enforcement has become a major dividing line between Republicans and Democrats. They also examine public statements attributed to Abdul El-Sayed's sister, concerns about ideological activism in higher educ...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss the FBI's arrest of a New York woman accused of supporting ISIS and planning an attack on the New York State Capitol, the financial and cultural fallout surrounding Nike's corporate activism, controversial statements and positions from Democratic Senate candidates James Talarico and Abdul El-Sayed, and questions surrounding national security concern...

In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show podcast Ben discusses the FBI’s arrest of Jessica Bowie, the details laid out by federal prosecutors, and what they argue the case reveals about ongoing terrorism threats facing the United States. They also examine broader concerns about border security and national preparedness ahead of major national events. The conversation then turns to the sharp decline in Nike’s market valu...

In this edition of the 47 Morning Update, Ben Ferguson examines two stories he argues are drawing significant public attention. First, he discusses reports that federal agents seized electronic devices belonging to former Congressman Eric Swalwell pursuant to search warrants connected to an investigation involving sexual misconduct allegations. Ferguson reviews publicly reported details, notes that Swalwell has denied the allegatio...

In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show podcast, Ben examines new findings on tariffs, inflation, and productivity growth, and discuss what they believe the results say about media and economic forecasts that predicted severe inflationary consequences. They also take a deep dive into America’s growing national debt, reviewing Congressional Budget Office projections, federal spending trends, interest costs, and reports from t...

In this episode of 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson, Ben examines America’s $40 trillion debt milestone, the Congressional Budget Office’s projections for future borrowing, and the rising cost of servicing the national debt. They discuss debt-to-GDP ratios, annual federal deficits, interest payments approaching $1 trillion per year, and the broader debate over whether Washington’s spending habits are creating risk...

In this episode of the Ben Ferguson Show podcast we discuss the latest housing construction data, the impact of immigration trends on housing demand, new reports alleging Russia is supplying military materials to Iran through the Caspian Sea, and newly released messages from Dr. Anthony Fauci's government phone regarding discussions about COVID-19 vaccination concerns during pregnancy. The conversation focuses on how these developm...

In this episode of the 47 Morning Update w Ben Ferguson we examine the newly released messages, the ongoing Senate investigation, and the broader questions surrounding transparency, public health decision-making, and COVID-era vaccine recommendations. They discuss the distinction between theoretical concerns and established evidence, the exclusion of many pregnant women from early clinical trials, and why lawmakers say additional t...

In this episode of Verdict with Ted Cruz, Senator Ted Cruz and Ben Ferguson discuss newly reported information about alleged Chinese espionage activities, claims surrounding Eric Swalwell and Fang Fang, concerns about foreign influence in U.S. politics and universities, and efforts to counter Chinese-backed programs on American campuses. They also revisit a controversy involving a conference speaker roster connected to Michigan Sen...